Steelers prepare for Week 1 matchup against the Atlanta Falcons

The Pittsburgh Steelers face the Atlanta Falcons this Sunday as both teams begin their season. Pittsburgh enters the game with a relatively healthy roster, while the Falcons grapple with significant defensive absences. Atlanta will be without starting edge rushers Jalon Walker, who is sidelined for the season with an ACL injury, and James Pearce Jr., who is serving a six-game suspension. Pittsburgh quarterback Aaron Rodgers is expected to start against Atlanta’s Tua Tagovailoa, who was confirmed as the starter for the Falcons. The Falcons’ bench features Cooper Rush as the backup, while Michael Penix Jr. is listed as inactive for the opener. Pittsburgh’s coaching staff maintains a full roster, whereas Atlanta recently released Darren Hall and Cash Jones to adjust their personnel depth before kickoff.

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