Steelers prepare for season opener against Falcons with full roster participation
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 7, 2026, 7:26 PM
Last updated Sep 7, 2026

The Pittsburgh Steelers held a full-team practice session on Monday, signaling a healthy roster ahead of their upcoming regular season opener against the Atlanta Falcons. Head coach Mike McCarthy confirmed the team's positive health status, stating he does not expect any players to have difficulty preparing for the Sunday matchup. Several rostered players who missed time over the summer participated in Monday's media-accessible portion of practice, including Jaquan Brisker, Michael Pittman Jr., DK Metcalf, Joey Porter Jr., and Sebastian Joseph-Day. While the team appears physically ready, uncertainty remains regarding the participation of Joey Porter Jr., who has not confirmed his status as he seeks a new contract. Official injury reports for the week are still forthcoming, but the current outlook remains positive for the Steelers as they prepare for the first game of the regular season.
- •Head coach Mike McCarthy declared the Steelers healthy during his Monday press conference.
- •Jaquan Brisker, Michael Pittman Jr., DK Metcalf, and Sebastian Joseph-Day returned to full practice.
- •The Steelers open the regular season this Sunday against the Atlanta Falcons.
- •Joey Porter Jr. remains a question mark for the starting lineup due to ongoing contract negotiations.
- 8:00 PMYahoo Sports — McCarthy shares health update, addresses Steelers' open RT spot
- 7:26 PMYahoo Sports — Steelers looking healthy entering Week 1 vs. Falcons
"Head coach Mike McCarthy says the Pittsburgh Steelers are entering Week 1 healthy, while rookie Max Iheanachor makes up ground at right tackle.
"Steelers head coach Mike McCarthy said the team looks healthy ahead of the season opener.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 7, 2026, 8:00 PMMcCarthy shares health update, addresses Steelers' open RT spot
Head coach Mike McCarthy says the Pittsburgh Steelers are entering Week 1 healthy, while rookie Max Iheanachor makes up ground at right tackle.
- Yahoo SportsSep 7, 2026, 7:26 PMSteelers looking healthy entering Week 1 vs. Falcons
Steelers head coach Mike McCarthy said the team looks healthy ahead of the season opener.
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