Steelers adjust travel plans due to NFL rule ahead of Browns game

The Pittsburgh Steelers have been forced to modify their travel plans for the Week 4 Thursday Night Football game against the Cleveland Browns due to an NFL travel rule. Steelers head coach Mike McCarthy indicated the team had hoped players could remain at home in Pittsburgh on Wednesday night before traveling to Cleveland. However, the rule mandates that visiting teams must arrive in the game city at least 19 hours before kickoff, necessitating the earlier travel. Cleveland has a strong record in home Thursday night games, adding significance to this matchup. The Steelers have struggled in previous Thursday night encounters against the Browns on the road.

• 3:26 PMYahoo Sports — Steelers forced to change Week 4 plans vs. Browns thanks to pesky NFL rule