Steelers’ DK Metcalf Reacts After Historic 80-Yard TD, Leads Pittsburgh to 24-21 Win Over Vikings

The Pittsburgh Steelers left Dublin with a hard-fought 24-21 victory over the Minnesota Vikings, and it was DK Metcalf who delivered the game’s defining moment. The star wide receiver etched his name into NFL history with an 80-yard touchdown, the longest international TD ever recorded.

The play came in the second quarter, just one snap after a Minnesota punt. Aaron Rodgers hit Metcalf on a quick slant, and the receiver did the rest – using his blistering speed to sprint down the sideline and outrun the Vikings’ defense for a breathtaking score. The moment electrified Croke Park and gave Pittsburgh crucial momentum in what turned into a tight battle.

Metcalf reflected on the play after the game, putting it in perspective both for himself and for Steelers Nation. “When I caught it, I just trusted my speed. That’s who I am, and that’s why I’m here,” he said. “To be part of history with the longest touchdown in an international game, and to help this team get a win in Dublin, it means everything. This is Steelers football – big plays, tough wins, and finding a way together.”

The touchdown was part of Metcalf’s best performance yet in black and gold, finishing with four receptions for 122 yards and a score. It came after weeks of speculation about whether Pittsburgh was fully utilizing him in Arthur Smith’s new system. Sunday proved the Steelers can – and will – lean on him when it matters most.

Rodgers, who finished with two touchdown passes, praised Metcalf’s ability to flip the field in an instant. Meanwhile, head coach Mike Tomlin emphasized that Metcalf’s breakout wasn’t just about stats, but about stepping up in a critical international spotlight.

With the win, the Steelers improved their record and showed resilience against a tough Vikings squad. For Steelers Nation, Metcalf’s record-breaking touchdown will be remembered as the highlight of Dublin – a moment when speed, power, and history all came together in one unforgettable play.