Pittsburgh Steelers DVOA, Stats, & NFL Rankings

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Russell Wilson completed 29 of 38 pass attempts for 414 yards, three touchdowns, and one interception in a 44-38 victory over the Cincinnati Bengals. He added three rushing yards on three carries. Wilson had total command of Pittsburgh's offense in its highest-scoring performance since November 2018. He found George Pickens for a 17-yard score early in the first quarter before hitting Calvin Austin III and Pat Freiermuth deep for touchdowns later in the contest. Although he did throw a pick-six on the Steelers' first possession, Wilson was hardly at fault as his intended target was tripped up as he made the throw. With three total touchdowns in three of his six starts this season, the veteran has proven that he still has upside for fantasy purposes in the right matchups. Next week, he'll hope to muster up a better showing against the Cleveland Browns than he did in Week 12's loss.

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (head) has been downgraded to out for the remainder of Week 13 against the Cincinnati Bengals. He was initially listed as questionable upon exiting midway through Sunday's game. Austin finishes the contest with two catches for 29 yards and one touchdown. He has effectively served as the Steelers' No. 2 receiver behind George Pickens this season, amassing 22 catches, 383 yards, and four touchdowns through 12 games. Fantasy managers should monitor the Steelers' injury reports next week to get more information on Austin's potential availability for Week 14 against the Cleveland Browns. In the meantime, Van Jefferson and Ben Skowronek should see additional opportunities in the passing game with Austin sidelined.

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (head) is being evaluated for a head injury and is questionable to return on Sunday. The speedy wideout took a few big hits but didn't have to leave the game until the third quarter. When he left the game, Austin amassed two receptions for 29 yards and a touchdown on two targets. Van Jefferson and Mike Williams will have to step up alongside George Pickens to fill in the gap. The backfield could get more involved in the passing game as well.

Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Darnell Washington had only seven catches as a rookie. While the 23-year-old has been more productive during the 2024-25 campaign, he hasn't routinely been involved enough to justify giving him a spot in fantasy lineups. With that in mind, the Steelers have a favorable matchup against the Bengals in Week 13. However, that still won't make Washington a viable fantasy option in any format, especially with Pat Freiermuth available.

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III has only 20 catches for 354 yards and three touchdowns this season. However, two of those scores have come in the last four games. George Pickens and Pat Freiermuth are still the top receiving options in Pittsburgh. Yet, Austin has some value in the deepest of fantasy leagues against a horrendous Bengals defense on Sunday. Of course, he's a very risky fantasy option, and his success from a production standpoint is contingent on whether he finds the end zone.