T.J. Watt's pick-6 lifts Steelers past Falcons in season opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 8:54 AM
Last updated Sep 14, 2026

The Pittsburgh Steelers secured a 20-13 win against the Atlanta Falcons at Acrisure Stadium on September 13, 2026. T.J. Watt sealed the game with a 35-yard interception return for a touchdown in the fourth quarter, showcasing his return to form after an injury-plagued 2025 season. Despite a sluggish start for Pittsburgh's offense, which featured Aaron Rodgers throwing for 221 yards and a touchdown, the team managed to close out the game effectively. Falcons running back Bijan Robinson stood out, totaling 173 yards and scoring Atlanta's only touchdown. The game highlighted challenges for the Falcons, including 96 yards in penalties and missed opportunities.
- •Steelers win 20-13 over Falcons in season opener
- •T.J. Watt scores on a fourth-quarter pick-6
- •Aaron Rodgers throws for 221 yards and one touchdown
- •Bijan Robinson accounts for 173 of Falcons' 238 yards
- •Falcons commit 96 yards in penalties during the game
- 8:54 AMYahoo Sports — Late pick-6 pushes sluggish Steelers past injury-laden Falcons
"The Falcons have plenty of questions to answer this season under first-year coach Kevin Stefanski.
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