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Steelers countdown reaches 25 days before 2026 season opener against Falcons

5 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 8:25 AM

Last updated Aug 23, 2026

Steelers countdown reaches 25 days before 2026 season opener against Falcons
Summary

The Pittsburgh Steelers are 25 days away from their 2026 NFL season opener against the Atlanta Falcons on September 13. As part of the team's training camp countdown, attention is drawn to players who have worn No. 25. Current safety DeShon Elliott holds the number, while Ryan Clark is highlighted as the best player to have worn it historically. Clark played a significant role on the Steelers' defense from 2006 to 2013, contributing to the team's Super Bowl XLIII victory.

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Status Watch
  • •Steelers host Falcons for season opener on September 13.
  • •DeShon Elliott is the current No. 25 on the roster.
  • •Ryan Clark is recognized as the greatest Steelers player to wear No. 25.
  • •Clark had an impactful eight-year career with the Steelers.
Latest Updates
  • 3:00 PMYahoo Sports — Former Steelers Pro Bowl WR leads 2026 countdown to kickoff: Day No. 19
  • 8:25 AMYahoo Sports — Steelers 2026 countdown to kickoff: Day No. 21
  • 4:56 AMYahoo Sports — Super Bowl champion CB leads Steelers 2026 countdown to kickoff: Day No. 22
  • 8:31 AMYahoo Sports — Four-time Super Bowl champion safety leads Steelers 2026 countdown to kickoff: Day No. 23
  • 7:11 PMYahoo Sports — Two-time Super Bowl champion CB leads Steelers 2026 countdown to kickoff: Day No. 24
  • 8:31 AMYahoo Sports — Former Steelers hard-hitting safety leads 2026 countdown to kickoff: Day No. 25
What they're saying
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The Pittsburgh Steelers are 19 days away from their 2026 NFL season opener, and here’s a look at which players wore No. 19 best.

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The Pittsburgh Steelers are 21 days away from their 2026 NFL season opener, and here’s a look at which players wore No. 21 best.

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The Pittsburgh Steelers are 22 days away from their 2026 NFL season opener, and here’s a look at which players wore No. 22 best.

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