The 2026 Pittsburgh Steelers schedule begins in the preseason on August 13 when the Steelers host the Green Bay Packers at Acrisure Stadium. From there the full 2026 Pittsburgh Steelers schedule includes three exhibition games, a 17-game regular season, one bye week, an international contest in Paris, and several primetime windows that will define the year.
Here is every date, time, network, and venue for the upcoming season.
2026 Pittsburgh Steelers Schedule
| Date | Logo | Opponent | Time | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Preseason | ||||
| Thursday | Green Bay PackersAcrisure Stadium, Pittsburgh, PA | 7:00pm ETNFLN/Local | ||
| Preseason | ||||
| Friday | New York JetsAcrisure Stadium, Pittsburgh, PA | 7:00pm ETNFLN/Local | ||
| Preseason | ||||
| Thursday | at Buffalo BillsHighmark Stadium, Orchard Park, NY | 7:00pm ETNFLN/Local | ||
| Sunday | Atlanta FalconsAcrisure Stadium, Pittsburgh, PA | 1:00pm ETFOX | ||
| Sunday | at New England PatriotsGillette Stadium, Foxborough, MA | 1:00pm ETCBS | ||
| Sunday | Cincinnati BengalsAcrisure Stadium, Pittsburgh, PA | 1:00pm ETCBS | ||
| Thursday | at Cleveland BrownsHuntington Bank Field, Cleveland, OH | 8:15pm ETPrime Video | ||
| Sunday | Indianapolis ColtsAcrisure Stadium, Pittsburgh, PA | 1:00pm ETCBS | ||
| Sunday | at Tampa Bay BuccaneersRaymond James Stadium, Tampa, FL | 1:00pm ETCBS | ||
| Sunday | at New Orleans SaintsStade de France, Paris, France | 9:30am ETNFLN | ||
| Sunday | Cleveland BrownsAcrisure Stadium, Pittsburgh, PA | 1:00pm ETCBS | ||
| Sunday | OFF | |||
| Sunday | at Cincinnati BengalsPaycor Stadium, Cincinnati, OH | 8:20pm ETNBC/Peacock | ||
| Sunday | at Philadelphia EaglesLincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia, PA | 4:25pm ETCBS | ||
| Friday | Denver BroncosAcrisure Stadium, Pittsburgh, PA | 3:00pm ETPrime Video | ||
| Sunday | Houston TexansAcrisure Stadium, Pittsburgh, PA | 8:20pm ETNBC/Peacock | ||
| Monday | at Jacksonville JaguarsEverBank Stadium, Jacksonville, FL | 8:15pm ETESPN | ||
| Sunday | Baltimore RavensAcrisure Stadium, Pittsburgh, PA | 1:00pm ETCBS | ||
| Sunday | Carolina PanthersAcrisure Stadium, Pittsburgh, PA | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Sunday | at Tennessee TitansNissan Stadium, Nashville, TN | 1:00pm ETCBS | ||
| Sunday | at Baltimore RavensM&T Bank Stadium, Baltimore, MD | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
Preseason Results
Pittsburgh finished the preseason 1-2. The Steelers opened with a 28-9 win over Green Bay at home, dropped a 17-0 decision to the Jets, and fell 28-27 at Buffalo in the final exhibition game. Those contests gave the coaching staff a chance to evaluate depth before the regular season began.
How the Regular Season Unfolds
The Steelers open at home against Atlanta, then travel to New England before hosting Cincinnati. A Thursday night road game at Cleveland arrives early in October, followed by a home date with Indianapolis and a trip to Tampa Bay. The international game against New Orleans in Paris sits in late October, and a home meeting with Cleveland follows before the bye.
After the November 8 bye, Pittsburgh hits the road for a Sunday night game at Cincinnati and a late-afternoon contest at Philadelphia. A Friday home game against Denver on Prime Video leads into a Sunday night home date with Houston, a Monday night trip to Jacksonville, and a home matchup with Baltimore. December closes with a possible Saturday flex against Carolina, a road game at Tennessee, and a final road contest at Baltimore (time TBA). The slate features a full set of AFC North games against the Bengals, Browns, and Ravens, mixed with interconference tests, an international experience, and multiple primetime windows that will keep the season nationally visible from start to finish.
Games That Stand Out
A few dates already feel bigger than the rest. The international game against New Orleans in Paris is a clear calendar highlight. The two meetings with Cincinnati and the two against Cleveland will go a long way toward deciding the AFC North. The Thursday night trip to Cleveland, the Sunday night game at Cincinnati, and the home date with Baltimore also land in high-visibility windows.
How to Watch Steelers Games
Most Sunday afternoon games are listed on CBS or FOX. Primetime slots include Prime Video, NBC/Peacock, and ESPN. The Paris game airs on NFL Network at 9:30 a.m. ET. The late-season home game against Carolina and the final road contest at Baltimore remain TBA. Preseason used NFL Network and local coverage. Check local listings closer to each week for any flexible scheduling updates.
What This Schedule Means for Pittsburgh
The 2026 Pittsburgh Steelers schedule offers an early home start, a midseason international game, and a demanding late stretch filled with divisional and primetime opportunities. The early November bye arrives at a useful point, and the combination of AFC North rivalries and high-profile national windows will keep every week meaningful. How the Steelers handle the North slate and the tougher interconference tests will largely determine their postseason path.
FAQ
When does the 2026 Pittsburgh Steelers schedule start?
Preseason begins August 13 against Green Bay. The regular season opens September 13 against Atlanta.
When is the Steelers’ bye week?
Pittsburgh is off in Week 9 on November 8.
Is there an international game on the schedule?
Yes. The Steelers play the New Orleans Saints in Paris, France on October 25.
How many home games do the Steelers have?
Nine regular-season home games at Acrisure Stadium, plus two preseason home contests.
