The Atlanta Falcons are set to face the Pittsburgh Steelers in their season opener on Sunday, September 13, 2026, at 1:00 PM EDT at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh. This matchup marks the debut of new head coaches for both teams: Mike McCarthy for the Steelers and Kevin Stefanski for the Falcons. (cbssports.com)
The Steelers have announced that cornerback Joey Porter Jr. is questionable for the game due to a back injury. Porter was a limited participant in Friday's practice and is the only Steelers player with an injury designation heading into Week 1. (fantasynerds.com)
On the Falcons' side, quarterback Tua Tagovailoa has been ruled out of Sunday's game due to an oblique injury. Backup quarterback Cooper Rush is expected to start in his place. (atlantafalcons.com)
The game will be broadcast nationally on FOX, with kickoff scheduled for 1:00 PM EDT. Fans can also stream the game via NFL Sunday Ticket if it is outside their local market. (afcnorth.co)
As of now, the Steelers are favored by 3.5 points, with an over/under set at 41.5 points. (pro-football-reference.com)
This game not only kicks off the 2026 NFL season for both teams but also sets the stage for their respective new coaching regimes. Fans are eager to see how McCarthy and Stefanski will lead their teams in this highly anticipated matchup.