The Steelers needed two big plays from unlikely sources to pull out a season-opening victory behind their backup quarterback.
Maybe Dolphins coach Nick Saban should be flagged for a costly delay, too.
Tight end Heath Miller chugged his way down the Steelers' sideline on an 87-yard touchdown pass play midway through the fourth quarter, fill-in QB Charlie Batch's third scoring pass of the game, and the Super Bowl champions beat the Dolphins 28-17 Thursday night in the NFL's first game of the season.
Ronnie Brown scored two touchdowns, but rushed for just 30 yards on 15 carries.
Big Plays From Unlikely Sources Give Steelers Win Over Dolphins