Last meeting
Pittsburgh limited Cleveland to 208 total yards in its 10-6 Week 2 victory.
Streaks
In the longest rivalry in the AFC, the Steelers have won 15 of the last 16 matchups but if the Browns win they could even the overall series at 56 games apiece. Check out the historical matchup of the last five games.
Last week
In their home finale, the Browns were shut out, 14-0, by the Bengals. ... The Steelers couldn't come up with another late rally and fell to the Titans, 31-14.
Keep your eye on ...
The end zone: The Browns haven't scored an offensive touchdown in five games and were shut out completely last week. Of the last 31 Browns points, 25 have come on Phil Dawson kicks. The other six points came from an interception return. Cleveland's offensive woes might have something to do with the revolving door at quarterback. ...
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The man under center for the Browns: With Brady Quinn and Derek Anderson on IR, Ken Dorsey has started the last three games for the Browns. But coach Romeo Crennel said Monday that he suffered a mild concussion and rib injuries last week, so third-year back up Bruce Gradkowski, who has been with the team for a little more than three weeks, could get the call if Dorsey can't go.
Sticky fingers: Last week Steelers QB Ben Roethlisberger lost two fumbles and threw two interceptions, miscues that cost the Steelers 21 points. While the Browns may have only won four games, they lead the league in takeaways, and Big Ben does not want to head into the playoffs on a sour note.
Did you know?
Gradkowski attended Seton-La Salle High School in Pittsburgh. ... Browns WR Braylon Edwards aims for his 58th consecutive game with a reception. ... Cleveland WR Donte' Stallworth needs five receptions to reach 300 for his career.