Pittsburgh Steelers prepare for season opener against Atlanta Falcons
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Last updated Sep 13, 2026
The Pittsburgh Steelers open their regular season against the Atlanta Falcons this week. Head coach Mike McCarthy leads the team into the matchup as the Steelers look to capitalize on several roster advantages. Atlanta enters the game facing significant personnel concerns, specifically the loss of starting edge rushers Jalon Walker and James Pearce Jr. to injury and suspension. Pittsburgh holds a potential quarterback edge with Aaron Rodgers starting against Tua Tagovailoa, while Michael Penix Jr. remains inactive for Atlanta. The Steelers report improved health across their roster with only Joey Porter Jr. listed on the recent injury report. Preparation continues in Pittsburgh as the team finalizes its lineup for the upcoming Sunday contest.
- •Jalon Walker is out for the season with an ACL tear.
- •James Pearce Jr. serves a six-game suspension.
- •Aaron Rodgers enters the game as the Steelers' starting quarterback.
- •Joey Porter Jr. is the only player on the latest Steelers injury report.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 13, 2026, 10:15 AMAtlanta Falcons vs. Pittsburgh Steelers: How to watch the NFL Week 1 game, channel, streaming info and more
How to watch the NFL season opener between the Steelers and the Falcons.
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