It’s the Pittsburgh Steelers versus the Buffalo Bills at Highmark Stadium on August 27, 2026 in Week 3 of the 2026 NFL preseason. Here’s how to watch live on TV.
- Time: 7:00 PM ET
- Location: Highmark Stadium, Orchard Park, NY
- TV Channels: NFL Network
How to Watch Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Buffalo Bills on August 27, 2026
You can watch the Buffalo Bills take on the Pittsburgh Steelers live on DIRECTV on NFL Network channel 212 on August 27, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET.
Pittsburgh Steelers (1-1) at Buffalo Bills (2-0) — Game Preview
The Pittsburgh Steelers close out Week 3 of the preseason on the road against the Buffalo Bills at Highmark Stadium, the last exhibition tuneup before both rosters get trimmed to 53 players. With the regular season just around the corner, this finale carries more weight for players fighting to make the roster than it does for the scoreboard. Steelers quarterback Drew Allar threw for 110 yards on 11 of 23 passing in Pittsburgh’s most recent preseason outing, a line that reflects a backup still working to sharpen his timing.
Bills quarterback Kyle Allen was considerably more efficient in his own last exhibition appearance, completing 10 of 12 attempts for 128 yards and a touchdown. Buffalo receiver Ja’Mori Maclin gave that passing game a vertical spark, turning just two catches into 108 yards and a score, while Pittsburgh running back Kaleb Johnson churned out 39 yards on 10 carries as he looks to lock down a spot in the backfield rotation.
As is typical for preseason finales, expect the bulk of the snaps here to go to backups and roster hopefuls rather than each team’s established starters.
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What Time is the Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Buffalo Bills Game Today?
The Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Buffalo Bills game starts at 7:00 PM ET.
Where Can I Watch Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Buffalo Bills?
You can watch Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Buffalo Bills on NFL Network Channel 212.
Players to Watch: Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Buffalo Bills
Pittsburgh Steelers
Drew Allar — QB. Working to establish himself in Pittsburgh’s quarterback room, Allar completed 11 of 23 passes for 110 yards in the Steelers’ most recent preseason outing. The uneven completion rate is the kind of thing preseason snaps exist to iron out before roster decisions come down.
Kaleb Johnson — RB. Johnson carried the ball 10 times for 39 yards in his last exhibition appearance, production that puts him squarely in the mix for time in Pittsburgh’s backfield rotation. A finale like this one is often the last chance for a back in his position to make the case with the tape available.
Lake McRee — TE. The tight end turned two catches into 46 yards in his most recent outing, giving Pittsburgh’s passing attack a reliable underneath target. That kind of per-catch average suggests a player capable of picking up chunks of yardage after the catch.
Carson Bruener — LB. Bruener recorded a sack in his last preseason appearance, the sort of disruptive edge that can separate a linebacker fighting for a depth-chart role from one on the roster bubble.
Buffalo Bills
Kyle Allen — QB. Allen was sharp in Buffalo’s last exhibition tuneup, completing 10 of 12 attempts for 128 yards and a touchdown. That kind of efficiency is exactly what a backup quarterback wants on tape heading into final roster decisions.
Ian Wheeler — RB. Wheeler carried 14 times for 56 yards in his most recent preseason game, volume that points to a back getting a real look in Buffalo’s rotation. The workload alone signals the coaching staff wanted an extended sample from him.
Ja’Mori Maclin — WR. Maclin made the most of a light workload, turning two receptions into 108 yards and a touchdown in his last outing. Explosive plays like that are hard to ignore when a receiving corps is being sorted out before cutdown day.
Javon Solomon — LB. Solomon logged a sack in his last preseason appearance, adding to the case for a pass-rushing role as Buffalo finalizes its front seven.
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