As the 2025 NFL season approaches, the Pittsburgh Steelers players and coaches are set to embark on a thrilling new chapter, blending their storied legacy with a fresh wave of talent. With the formidable Aaron Rodgers now at the helm, fans can expect a revival of the Steel City’s signature grit and determination, albeit with a twist of modern flair. As they navigate a schedule packed with intriguing matchups, ranging from transatlantic showdowns in Dublin to high-stakes battles against division rivals, the Steelers are poised to prove they’re still a force to be reckoned with in the league.
Pittsburgh Steelers Quick Facts:
- Established: 1933
- Owner: Rooney Family
- Head Coach: Mike Tomlin
- Home Stadium: Acrisure Stadium
- Super Bowl Wins: 6 (1975, 1976, 1979, 1980, 2006, 2009)
- 2024 Finish: The Pittsburgh Steelers’ standings reflected 2nd in the AFC North at the end of the 2024 season
- Standout players: LB T.J. Watt, DT Cameron Heyward and QB Aaron Rodgers
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Steelers Legacy of Greatness
The Pittsburgh Steelers’ history is one of grit, glory, and remarkable stability. Founded in 1933 by Art Rooney, the Steelers spent decades as NFL underdogs before erupting into dominance in the 1970s. Under head coach Chuck Noll, they became the league’s first true dynasty of the Super Bowl era, capturing four championships in six years (Super Bowls IX, X, XIII, and XIV) with a roster stacked with legends like Terry Bradshaw, Franco Harris, “Mean” Joe Greene, and the Steel Curtain defense. That golden era cemented Pittsburgh as a football city, and the team’s tough, blue-collar identity mirrored the steel mills that powered its fan base.
The winning didn’t stop there. The Steelers have since added two more Lombardi Trophies (one under Bill Cowher in 2006 and another with current Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin in 2009), bringing their total to six, tied for the most in NFL history. Just as impressive as the trophies is the organization’s remarkable steadiness: in more than 90 years, the Steelers have had only three head coaches since 1969, and ownership has remained in the Rooney family since day one. That rare consistency has made Pittsburgh not only one of the NFL’s most successful franchises but also one of its most admired.
2025 Outlook
The Pittsburgh Steelers are rolling out a bold, high-stakes rebrand for the 2025-26 season, centered on marquee additions designed to reignite their offense. The headline move: signing veteran quarterback Aaron Rodgers to a one-year deal, joined by explosive playmaker DK Metcalf and defensive stalwart Jalen Ramsey, trades and signings signaling a clear “all-in” mentality from the front office. While the offense undergoes this transformation, Pittsburgh’s defense remains a league cornerstone, anchored by elite talents like T.J. Watt, Alex Highsmith and Cameron Heyward. Yet, tempered expectations frame the scene. Simulation-based projections foresee a possible dip to an 8–9 record, with the Browns taking the AFC North lead. But all told, the Steelers’ 2025 campaign promises excitement and renewed optimism; a high-risk, high-reward season that hinges on offense catching up with what continues to be a formidable defense.
Key Pittsburgh Steelers Matchups in 2025
Pittsburgh Steelers vs New York Jets (Week 1)
The 2025 season kicks off with a compelling subplot: new Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers makes his debut against the Jets, led by Justin Fields, who swapped places with Rodgers in a head-turning QB trade. It’s a battle of familiarity and evolution: Pittsburgh’s revamped offense faces a Jets team shifting toward a run-driven attack behind a shaky offensive line. Rodgers brings high expectations, while Fields will look to showcase his athletic upside despite passing limitations.
Pittsburgh Steelers vs Minnesota Vikings (Week 4, International in Dublin)
Week 4 towers as a unique spectacle, with the Steelers hosting the Vikings at Croke Park in Dublin (a league first). This international outing adds both excitement and logistical intrigue as Pittsburgh navigates travel, time zones and unfamiliar turf. It’s a rare opportunity to make a global statement early in the season.
Pittsburgh Steelers vs Cleveland Browns (Week 6)
Coming off their bye, the Steelers return home for a divisional showdown against the Browns. Historically, it’s a favorable fixture, Pittsburgh hasn’t dropped a regular-season home game to Cleveland since 2003. With the Browns still searching for quarterback continuity, this contest could serve as a platform for the Steelers to gain traction in the AFC North.
Pittsburgh Steelers vs Green Bay Packers (Week 8, Sunday Night Football)
A prime-time highlight awaits in Week 8 as the Packers visit Pittsburgh. Televised under the Sunday Night Football spotlight, this matchup delivers both high visibility and playoff implications, especially if both teams are contending. Expect a strategic chess match between Rodgers (now with Pittsburgh) and a familiar NFC rival.
Pittsburgh Steelers vs Baltimore Ravens (Week 14)
The Steelers close out the heart of their divisional slate on the road against the Ravens in early December. This clash is a traditional heavyweight tilt in the AFC North, one that often influences the playoff picture. Baltimore’s forays in 2025 will likely test Pittsburgh’s defense at a critical juncture in the season.
Pittsburgh Steelers Draft Picks 2025
The Steelers’ 2025 offseason was dominated by one headline move: the blockbuster trade for Aaron Rodgers. That seismic shift instantly reshaped expectations in Pittsburgh, but it also set the tone for the team’s draft strategy. With their quarterback room suddenly stabilized by a future Hall of Famer, the Steelers used the draft to build around him, fortifying key positions, adding youth to complement veteran star power, and balancing long-term development with an urgent win-now mentality.
Draft Picks:
|
Round – Pick |
Position |
Player |
College |
|
Round 1 – Pick 21 |
DT |
Derrick Harmon |
Oregon |
|
Round 3 – Pick 83 |
RB |
Kaleb Johnson |
Iowa |
|
Round 4 – Pick 123 |
EDGE |
Jack Sawyer |
Ohio State |
|
Round 5 – Pick 164 |
DT |
Yahya Black |
Iowa |
|
Round 6 – Pick 185 |
QB |
Will Howard |
Ohio State |
|
Round 7 – Pick 226 |
LB |
Carson Bruener |
Washington |
|
Round 7 – Pick 229 |
CB |
Donte Kent |
Central Michigan |
Noteworthy Media
The Steelers are famously a little less glitz and glamour, a little more grit and gridiron…and their Hollywood credits reflect that. But where other teams might have appearances peppered in all over the place, Pittsburgh went for quality over quantity, featuring fairly prominently in a blockbuster film honored as one of the Top 10 Films of the Year by the American Film Institute:
The Dark Knight Rises (2012): This franchise film featured the franchise team, with Acrisure Stadium and several Steelers players in a memorable scene where the villain Bane destroys the stadium during a Gotham Rogues game. Familiar black-and-gold faces like Ben Roethlisberger, Hines Ward and Troy Polamalu appeared in uniform, with Ward delivering the unforgettable visual of sprinting into the end zone as the field crumbled behind him. It was a rare crossover of NFL stardom and cinematic spectacle, cementing the Steelers’ place not just in football history, but in pop culture.
Pittsburgh Steelers News
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How to Watch the Pittsburgh Steelers
2025-26 will be an exciting season for anyone with an eye on the Pittsburgh Steelers football schedule. Here are all the networks and streaming services you can leverage to make sure you don’t miss a game (especially a Pittsburgh Steelers game)!
- ABC
- CBS
- FOX
- NBC
- ESPN
- NFL Network
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- Netflix
- Prime Video
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where to watch Bengals vs Pittsburgh Steelers?
Watch on Prime Thursday, October 16 at 8:15 PM EDT and CBS Sunday, November 16 at 1:00 PM EDT.
Where to watch Houston Texans vs Pittsburgh Steelers?
The Steelers do not have a game against the Houston Texans during the 2025 NFL regular season.
Where to watch Pittsburgh Steelers vs Baltimore Ravens?
Watch on CBS Sunday, December 7 at 1:00PM EST and in Week 18 (network and time TBD).
Where to watch Pittsburgh Steelers vs Detroit Lions?
Watch on CBS Sunday, December 21 at 4:25PM EST.
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