Steelers count down to 2026 season opener, 70 days away
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 5, 2026, 8:30 AM
Last updated Jul 5, 2026
The Pittsburgh Steelers are 70 days away from their 2026 NFL season opener against the Atlanta Falcons on September 13. As part of the countdown, the franchise reflects on the history of the No. 70 jersey, famously worn by Hall of Fame defensive tackle Ernie Stautner. Stautner, who played for the Steelers from 1950 to 1963, was the first to have his jersey retired in 1964 and remains a significant figure in the team's legacy. Currently, there is no player assigned to No. 70 as it is retired in his honor.
- •Steelers host Falcons for 2026 season opener on September 13.
- •No. 70 jersey retired in honor of Ernie Stautner.
- •Stautner played 14 seasons in Pittsburgh, earning nine Pro Bowl selections.
- •Current Steelers roster does not include a No. 70.
- 8:31 AMYahoo Sports — Former Steelers guard leads 2026 countdown to kickoff: Day No. 69
- 8:30 AMYahoo Sports — Legendary Steelers' DT leads 2026 countdown to kickoff: Day No. 70
"The Pittsburgh Steelers are 69 days away from their 2026 NFL season opener, and here’s a look at which players wore No. 69 best.
"The Pittsburgh Steelers are 70 days away from their 2026 NFL season opener, and here’s a look at which players wore No. 70 best.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 6, 2026, 8:31 AMFormer Steelers guard leads 2026 countdown to kickoff: Day No. 69
The Pittsburgh Steelers are 69 days away from their 2026 NFL season opener, and here’s a look at which players wore No. 69 best.
- Yahoo SportsJul 5, 2026, 8:30 AMLegendary Steelers' DT leads 2026 countdown to kickoff: Day No. 70
The Pittsburgh Steelers are 70 days away from their 2026 NFL season opener, and here’s a look at which players wore No. 70 best.
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