Steelers countdown to 2026 season opener at 79 days with history of No. 79
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 5:39 PM
Last updated Jun 26, 2026
The Pittsburgh Steelers are now 79 days away from their 2026 NFL season opener against the Atlanta Falcons on September 13. As part of their countdown, the franchise is reflecting on the significance of the No. 79 jersey. Current player Steven Jones holds the number, while Larry Brown is recognized as the best player to have worn it, having contributed significantly to the Steelers during the 1970s and '80s. Brown’s legacy includes a Pro Bowl selection and membership in the Steelers' All-Time Team.
- •Steelers host Falcons on September 13 for season opener.
- •Countdown to kickoff now at 79 days.
- •Steven Jones is the current No. 79.
- •Larry Brown honored as the best No. 79 in franchise history.
- •Brown's contributions include key touchdowns and Pro Bowl selection.
- 8:31 AMYahoo Sports — Three-time Super Bowl champion DE leads Steelers 2026 countdown to kickoff: Day No. 76
- 9:10 AMYahoo Sports — Two-time Super Bowl OT leads Steelers' 2026 countdown to kickoff: Day No. 77
- 10:44 PMYahoo Sports — Steelers legendary DE leads 2026 countdown to kickoff: Day No. 78
- 5:39 PMYahoo Sports — Four-time Super Bowl champion OT leads Steelers 2026 countdown to kickoff: Day No. 79
"The Pittsburgh Steelers are 76 days away from their 2026 NFL season opener, and here’s a look at which players wore No. 76 best.
"The Pittsburgh Steelers are 77 days away from their 2026 NFL season opener, and here’s a look at which players wore No. 77 best.
"The Pittsburgh Steelers are 78 days away from their 2026 NFL season opener, and here’s a look at which players wore No. 78 best.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 29, 2026, 8:31 AMThree-time Super Bowl champion DE leads Steelers 2026 countdown to kickoff: Day No. 76
The Pittsburgh Steelers are 76 days away from their 2026 NFL season opener, and here’s a look at which players wore No. 76 best.
- Yahoo SportsJun 28, 2026, 9:10 AMTwo-time Super Bowl OT leads Steelers' 2026 countdown to kickoff: Day No. 77
The Pittsburgh Steelers are 77 days away from their 2026 NFL season opener, and here’s a look at which players wore No. 77 best.
- Yahoo SportsJun 27, 2026, 10:44 PMSteelers legendary DE leads 2026 countdown to kickoff: Day No. 78
The Pittsburgh Steelers are 78 days away from their 2026 NFL season opener, and here’s a look at which players wore No. 78 best.
- Yahoo SportsJun 26, 2026, 5:39 PMFour-time Super Bowl champion OT leads Steelers 2026 countdown to kickoff: Day No. 79
The Pittsburgh Steelers are 79 days away from their 2026 NFL season opener, and here’s a look at which players wore No. 79 best.
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