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PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Steelers open their 2026 regular season schedule in front of their home crowd at Acrisure Stadium. It’s a fitting first chapter for the organization’s campaign, allowing new head coach Mike McCarthy to hopefully lead the team to a victory on home field.

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Steelers vs. Falcons Bold Predictions: New WR Takes Over

The Pittsburgh Steelers are ready to ring in the new season. After heading to Atlanta for a Week 1 matchup against the Falcons just two years ago, the Steelers will now host them in the season opener this time around at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh native Mike McCarthy's first game as the team's head coach.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / September 12

4 Key Matchups That Could Determine Steelers vs. Falcons In Week 1

The Pittsburgh Steelers will open the 2026 season Sunday against the Atlanta Falcons, and several individual matchups could play a major role in determining the outcome.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / September 12

Steelers' Receiver Makeover Still Hides An Alarming 17-Game Problem

The Pittsburgh Steelers have finally built a receiver room that looks good from the top down, which is exactly why the bottom now matters more. DK Metcalf and Michael Pittman Jr.

Baker Mayfield News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The '4,500-yard, 15-INT NFL seasons' quiz

There have been 22 quarterbacks in NFL history to throw for 4,500 yards and 15 interceptions in the same season. How many can you name in five minutes?

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The 'Multiple 4K passing-yard NFL seasons' quiz

The '3-TD, 3-INT NFL games' quiz

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / September 12

Steelers' AFC Rival Has Executive Completely Devalue Joey Porter Jr's Worth

The Pittsburgh Steelers have never been shy about rewarding guys who have performed while on their rookie contracts. That was very evident when a trio of individuals from the 2023 NFL Draft class received extensions during the 2026 offseason.

NFL News / Yardbarker

When will every NFL team lose its first game in 2026?

All 32 teams have hope for a perfect 17-0 regular season as another year begins, but the odds aren't in their favor. As the season opens, we predict the first loss for each team in 2026.

Aaron Rodgers News / EssentiallySports / September 12

'Make it Sound Like I’m Pro Covid': ESPN’s Mina Kimes Fires Back After Aaron Rodgers’ Scorched Earth Interview

ESPN’s Mina Kimes, who once shared a great bond with Aaron Rodgers and even worked on a cover story in 2017 for the Pittsburgh Steelers, gradually became skeptical of the QB, whose personality she felt had changed over the years.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / September 12

Mike McCarthy's Unconventional Steelers Shakeup Earns Aaron Rodgers' Approval

The Pittsburgh Steelers are changing more than schemes under Mike McCarthy. One of the clearest cultural departures from the previous era will appear at midfield each Sunday, where Pittsburgh will use weekly captains instead of granting the honor to the same players for an entire season.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Total Pro Sports / September 12

Shailene Woodley’s Friends Are Reportedly 'Alarmed' By Aaron Rodgers’ Accusations That She Asked To 'F–k' Another Man Just Days After Their Proposal

Aaron Rodgers did not stay quiet on Cam Heyward’s podcast this week. He went back to his engagement with Shailene Woodley and flipped the old story. He proposed in December.

Joey Porter Jr. News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 12

Latest On Steelers CB Joey Porter Jr.

According to Jeremy Fowler of ESPN, Steelers CB Joey Porter Jr. said in the locker room that he isn’t optimistic he will have a new deal with the team in the next 48 hours.

Pat Freiermuth News / Steeler Nation / September 12

Steelers' Pat Freiermuth Gets Bold Week 1 Prediction That Could Unlock Entire Offense

The Pittsburgh Steelers spent the offseason assembling enough offensive options that Week 1 should not require one player to drag everyone else across the finish line.

NFL News / Yardbarker

The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Athlon Sports / September 12

Projected Steelers Starting Lineup vs Falcons for NFL Week 1

The Pittsburgh Steelers will kick off their season Sunday against the Atlanta Falcons in an era of change. They have a brand-new head coach, coaching staff, and several new faces on the roster.