Michael Pittman Jr. shines in Steelers' Week 1 victory over Falcons
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 4:41 PM
Last updated Sep 14, 2026
The Pittsburgh Steelers opened the 2026 NFL season with a victory against the Atlanta Falcons. Michael Pittman Jr. made an impact in his debut, playing 88% of the offensive snaps and leading with 58 receiving yards. The Steelers' offense faced challenges, but several players logged significant snap counts, indicating their roles in the win. Pittsburgh aims to build on this performance in the upcoming game against the New England Patriots.
- •Steelers defeated Falcons in the season opener.
- •Michael Pittman Jr. played 88% of offensive snaps.
- •Pittman led the team with 58 receiving yards.
- •Five players participated in 100% of offensive snaps.
- •Steelers prepare for Week 2 matchup against Patriots.
- 4:41 PMYahoo Sports — DK Metcalf Gets Strong Backing From Michael Pittman Jr. After Steelers’ Week 1 Win
- 3:10 PMYahoo Sports — Steelers offensive snap counts, Week 1: Michael Pittman Jr.'s strong Pittsburgh debut
"The Pittsburgh Steelers opened their campaign in the 2026 season with a win, the 20-13 victory over the Atlanta Falcons left some issues. Offensively, the Steelers were inconsistent, the run game did not produce much, and there were some missed opportunities via the passing attack. However, winning the first game under the head coaching reign […] The post DK Metcalf Gets Strong Backing From Michael Pittman Jr. After Steelers’ Week 1 Win appeared first on Gridiron Heroics.
"Here is a look at the Steelers offensive snap counts from the Week 1 win over the Falcons, including Michael Pittman Jr.'s strong debut with the team.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 14, 2026, 4:41 PMDK Metcalf Gets Strong Backing From Michael Pittman Jr. After Steelers’ Week 1 Win
The Pittsburgh Steelers opened their campaign in the 2026 season with a win, the 20-13 victory over the Atlanta Falcons left some issues. Offensively, the Steelers were inconsistent, the run game did not produce much, and there were some missed opportunities via the passing attack. However, winning the first game under the head coaching reign […] The post DK Metcalf Gets Strong Backing From Michael Pittman Jr. After Steelers’ Week 1 Win appeared first on Gridiron Heroics.
- Yahoo SportsSep 14, 2026, 3:10 PMSteelers offensive snap counts, Week 1: Michael Pittman Jr.'s strong Pittsburgh debut
Here is a look at the Steelers offensive snap counts from the Week 1 win over the Falcons, including Michael Pittman Jr.'s strong debut with the team.
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