Patriots look to rebound against Steelers in Week 2 matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 2:54 PM
Last updated Sep 16, 2026

The New England Patriots face the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 2 of the NFL season on Sunday. The Patriots are coming off a 13-10 loss to the Seattle Seahawks, while the Steelers opened their season with a 20-13 victory over the Atlanta Falcons. Pittsburgh's defense had a standout performance, particularly T.J. Watt's fourth-quarter interception return for a touchdown. The Steelers' offense had difficulties but managed to secure the win, raising questions about their effectiveness against a potentially tougher Patriots squad. Both teams are looking to establish their identities early in the season.
- •Patriots lost 13-10 to Seahawks in Week 1.
- •Steelers won 20-13 against Falcons in their opener.
- •Steelers defense limited Falcons to 13 points.
- •T.J. Watt scored a touchdown on an interception return.
- •Both teams seek to assert themselves early in the season.
- 2:54 PMYahoo Sports — Patriots Week 2 preview: Get to know the Steelers
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