The Steelers sealed a dramatic 24-21 win in Dublin behind a relentless defense and a Rooney-family tribute that amplified the moment. Pittsburgh’s front seven harassed Minnesota all day, delivering six sacks, two picks, 14 quarterback hits, and 10 tackles for loss while weathering a late Vikings surge and a crucial deflection to seal it. The Rooney legacy framed every play, giving the win a mythic edge and shaping immediate cross-Atlantic buzz for fantasy and betting narratives.

Quarterback Aaron Rodgers applauded the atmosphere as Dublin’s crowd roared, and Connor Heyward honored Dan Rooney’s international dream with his comments. Skylar Thompson’s IR status adds a storyline, while Carson Wentz-led Minnesota offered a contrasting arc. The three-day pilgrimage, the Dublin ceremony, and the Steelers’ defensive show set a memorable template for future international games and weekly fantasy spins.

Heyward faced a $6,327NFL fine for a late hit on Isaiah Davis during a Week 1 punt, a penalty that won’t push him out of Pittsburgh’s plans. The Steelers’ home opener vs. Seattle looms, with Metcalf returning to a former team storyline and Porter Jr. sidelined by injury in the short week. Week 2 odds and staff picks add a fantasy betting layer as run-defense questions swirl and Tomlin’s comments on Justin Fields echo into the week.

Seattle visits Pittsburgh as Metcalf eyes a big-game backdrop against a Steelers secondary reshuffled by Porter’s absence. The injury report highlights Joey Porter Jr. OUT, nudging corner depth and influencing target distribution. All told, the Steelers and Seahawks prepare for a thin-margin clash that shapes lineups and wager plays alike.

Jalen Carter spat at Dak Prescott seconds into the Eagles-Cowboys game, was ejected, and offered a remorseful postgame apology. Carter’s past legal trouble and a helmet-slap incident with Connor Heyward color the fallout. Prescott called the moment surprising and said he didn’t instigate it, while Lane Johnson backed Carter and framed the incident as a teachable moment. A likely fine or suspension looms as Philadelphia navigates the PR and roster implications.

Fantasy-wise, Carter’s availability and discipline could reshape Philadelphia’s defensive ceiling, while Prescott and the Cowboys’ line may respond to the fallout with lineup and rhythm adjustments. The episode also underscores how off-field drama can ripple through rosters and fantasy projections, especially for a young star trying to establish consistency.