5 takeaways from the Steelers’ 28-27 loss to the Buffalo Bills

TRENDINGFantasy Football Draft KitBraves-Dodgers takeawaysDillon Gabriel shinesNCAAF: Opening week's bestLLWS scores, scheduleStory byStory by5 takeaways from the Steelers’ 28-27 loss to the Buffalo Bills ORCHARD PARK, NEW YORK - AUGUST 27: Eli Heidenreich #29 of the Pittsburgh Steelers celebrates his touchdown with Drew Allar #16 of the Pittsburgh Steelers during the second half against the Buffalo Bills at Highmark Stadium on August 27, 2026 in Orchard Park, New York. (Photo by Timothy T Ludwig/Getty Images) | Getty Images Ryland BickleyFri, August 28, 2026 at 10:00 AM UTC·12 min readAbout Our AdsRecommended StoriesSteelers winners, losers vs Bills: QBs Will Howard and Drew Allar fail to impressThe Pittsburgh Steelers lost their preseason finale to the Buffalo Bills. 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Steve Buechele found Dante Pettis for the game-winning touchdown, much to the delight of the home crowd and the disappointment of the Steelers. The Steelers still had a chance to win , but Drew Allar’s pass […] The post Steelers news: Will Howard dealing with head injury after preseason finale appeared first on ClutchPoints.ClutchPointsBills Come Back to Edge Out Steelers in Preseason FinaleThe Pittsburgh Steelers fell to the Buffalo Bills, 28-27, in the preseason finale. The Steelers conclude the preseason with a […] The post Bills Come Back to Edge Out Steelers in Preseason Finale appeared first on Steelers Now.Steelers NowWill Steelers' Drew Allar, Will Howard play better in NFL preseason finale?Germie Bernard, Roman Wilson, and Max Iheanachor are among the other players with watching in the NFL preseason finale for both teams.USA TODAY Sports3 must-watch Steelers during the preseason finale against the BillsHere's a look at three Pittsburgh Steelers players that fans need to keep a close eye on during the preseason finale vs. the Buffalo Bills.Steelers Wire3 Winners and 2 Losers From the Steelers Preseason Finale DefeatSteelers fell 28-27 to the Bills in their preseason finale as Will Howard bounced back, Tamon Lynum drew a costly penalty, and cutdown day looms fast.Athlon SportsSteelers QB Being Evaluated for 'Head Injury' After Preseason LossWill Howard’s roster hopes face a sudden hurdle after a punishing preseason finale left the bubble quarterback undergoing medical testing following sacks and a potential concussion.Roundtable SportsSteelers have an obvious Will Howard decision after preseason finaleThe Pittsburgh Steelers should have an easy roster decision to make with Will Howard after his performance in the preseason finale against the Buffalo Bills.Still CurtainSteelers travel to Bills for final preseason gameThursday will be the final preseason tune-up for the Pittsburgh Steelers as they travel to face the Buffalo Bills. Pittsburgh is 1-1 after beating Green Bay 28-9 Aug. 13 and falling to the New York Jets 17-0 Friday, which was the first time the Steelers were shut out in preseason play since 2016. Buffalo is 2-0 after defeating Carolina 29-14 Aug. 15 and Cleveland 31-7 Saturday. Thursday’s game ...The Tribune-Democrat, Johnstown, Pa.Steelers news: Drew Allar gives honest evaluation of display in preseason finale vs. BillsDrew Allar had some thoughts to share following his performance in the Pittsburgh Steelers’ preseason finale against the Buffalo Bills on Thursday night. Allar is preparing for the rookie campaign of his NFL career with the Steelers. Having had a solid four-year collegiate career at Penn State, the young quarterback looks to make an impression on […] The post Steelers news: Drew Allar gives honest evaluation of display in preseason finale vs. Bills appeared first on ClutchPoints.ClutchPointsSteelers QB Will Howard being evaluated for injurySteelers QB Will Howard suffered injury vs. Bills.SB Nation