The Pittsburgh Steelers defeated the New England Patriots 24-21 in overtime on December 13, 1997. New England led 21-13 late, but Kordell Stewart's 1-yard touchdown pass to Mark Bruener and successful two-point conversion to Yancy Thigpen tied the game before Norm Johnson won it with a 31-yard overtime field goal. The result was especially significant because the teams met again in the AFC divisional playoffs, where Pittsburgh won 7-6.
What Made This Game Special
Playoff Regular-season game foreshadowed an immediate playoff rematch
Pittsburgh's overtime victory helped set up a postseason rematch with New England. The Steelers later defeated the Patriots 7-6 in the AFC divisional round, while New England entered that playoff game as the defending AFC champion.
Scoring Game-tying two-point conversion in the final minute
Kordell Stewart threw a 1-yard touchdown pass to Mark Bruener, then connected with Yancy Thigpen on the successful two-point conversion to erase a 21-13 deficit and tie the game 21-21 late in the fourth quarter.
Scoring Overtime game-winning field goal
Norm Johnson kicked a 31-yard field goal in overtime to give Pittsburgh a 24-21 victory.
Historic Kevin Henry interception sparked Pittsburgh's comeback
With New England leading 21-13 and attempting to protect its late-game advantage, defensive end Kevin Henry intercepted Drew Bledsoe and returned the ball deep into Patriots territory, setting up Pittsburgh's tying touchdown drive.
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