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Packers open preseason against Steelers with Rodgers and McCarthy

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 10:00 PM

Last updated Aug 13, 2026

Packers open preseason against Steelers with Rodgers and McCarthy

Summary

The Green Bay Packers face the Pittsburgh Steelers in their 2026 preseason opener at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, scheduled for 7:00 p.m. ET. This matchup highlights the return of former Packers stars Aaron Rodgers and Mike McCarthy, who now represent the Steelers. Rodgers’ departure from Green Bay followed a series of struggles and relationship issues, culminating in his trade to the New York Jets. McCarthy was dismissed in 2018 after 13 seasons with the Packers, which included one Super Bowl victory and multiple playoff appearances. Both figures will look to create a new legacy in Pittsburgh as they revisit their past with the Packers.

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Key Details

•Packers and Steelers meet in 2026 preseason opener.
•Kickoff scheduled for 7:00 p.m. ET at Acrisure Stadium.
•Rodgers and McCarthy now play key roles for the Steelers.
•Rodgers was traded to the Jets after a tumultuous exit from Green Bay.
•McCarthy was fired in 2018 after 13 seasons with the Packers.

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What they're saying

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The 2026 preseason is finally underway, and the Green Bay Packers open their slate against the Pittsburgh Steelers. The matchup carries weight, with Aaron Rodgers and Mike McCarthy being on the field together in Pittsburgh.
— Yahoo Sports

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