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Steelers and Packers open preseason in Pittsburgh on August 13

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Last updated Aug 13, 2026

Steelers and Packers open preseason in Pittsburgh on August 13

Summary

The Pittsburgh Steelers face the Green Bay Packers in their preseason opener on Thursday, August 13, at Acrisure Stadium. The game is set to kick off at 7 pm ET and will be broadcast nationally on NFL Network, with local coverage on KDKA-TV. Fans can stream the matchup through various platforms, including YouTube TV and NFL+. This game will mark the debut of Mike McCarthy as the Steelers’ head coach, returning to face the team he previously led from 2006-2018. Noteworthy players to watch include rookie receiver Germie Bernard and Drew Allar, who is battling for the No. 3 quarterback role. Max Iheanachor will not be playing due to an upper-body injury.

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Key Details

•Game kicks off at 7 pm ET on August 13.
•Streaming available on NFL Network and various platforms.
•Mike McCarthy debuts as Steelers head coach.
•Germie Bernard and Drew Allar are key players to watch.
•Max Iheanachor is sidelined with an injury.

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The Pittsburgh Steelers preseason schedule opens up with a matchup against the Green Bay Packers on Thursday, August 13.The game will be broadcast nationally on NFL Network at 7 pm ET. Local Steelers fans can catch the action on KDKA-TV (CBS). Former quarterback Charlie Batch will be on the call, along with Bob Pompeani and Missi […] The post Steelers vs. Packers: Streaming Options, Players to Watch, Position Battles appeared first on HEAVY.
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