Steelers countdown to 2026 season opener at 49 days
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 26, 2026, 8:30 AM
Last updated Jul 26, 2026
The Pittsburgh Steelers are 49 days from their 2026 NFL season opener against the Atlanta Falcons on September 13. In this countdown, the team reflects on the history of the No. 49 jersey, currently worn by safety Sebastian Castro, who joined the team as an undrafted free agent in 2025. The franchise highlights Dwayne Woodruff as the standout player associated with this number, noting his successful career with 37 interceptions and a Super Bowl title. The countdown will continue as fans await the return of Steelers football.
- •Steelers host the Falcons on September 13, 2026.
- •Sebastian Castro currently wears No. 49.
- •Dwayne Woodruff is recognized as the top No. 49 in team history.
- •Woodruff recorded 37 interceptions during his career.
- •Countdown to kickoff continues with player highlights.
- 8:15 AMYahoo Sports — Steelers Hall of Fame CB leads 2026 countdown to kickoff: Day No. 47
- 8:15 AMYahoo Sports — Former Steelers first-round OLB leads 2026 countdown to kickoff: Day No. 48
- 8:30 AMYahoo Sports — Steelers former DB leads 2026 countdown to kickoff: Day No. 49
"The Pittsburgh Steelers are 47 days away from their 2026 NFL season opener, and here’s a look at which players wore No. 47 best.
"The Pittsburgh Steelers are 48 days away from their 2026 NFL season opener, and here’s a look at which players wore No. 48 best.
"The Pittsburgh Steelers are 49 days away from their 2026 NFL season opener, and here’s a look at which players wore No. 49 best.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 28, 2026, 8:15 AMSteelers Hall of Fame CB leads 2026 countdown to kickoff: Day No. 47
The Pittsburgh Steelers are 47 days away from their 2026 NFL season opener, and here’s a look at which players wore No. 47 best.
- Yahoo SportsJul 27, 2026, 8:15 AMFormer Steelers first-round OLB leads 2026 countdown to kickoff: Day No. 48
The Pittsburgh Steelers are 48 days away from their 2026 NFL season opener, and here’s a look at which players wore No. 48 best.
- Yahoo SportsJul 26, 2026, 8:30 AMSteelers former DB leads 2026 countdown to kickoff: Day No. 49
The Pittsburgh Steelers are 49 days away from their 2026 NFL season opener, and here’s a look at which players wore No. 49 best.
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