Predicting the Pittsburgh Steelers 2026 NFL schedule.
Entering the 2026 NFL season, the Pittsburgh Steelers are one of the more fascinating teams across the league.
With new head coach Mike McCarthy replacing longtime coach Mike Tomlin, it's a new era in Pittsburgh. McCarthy reunites with veteran Aaron Rodgers in what should be the final season of his legendary career
Pittsburgh added to both sides of the ball over the offseason, hoping for better results. But can the Steelers send Rodgers off into the sunset this season?
Here is a game-by-game prediction for the Steelers in 2026:
Week 1: vs Falcons, Win
Pittsburgh comes out hot in the first game of the McCarthy era. The Steelers drop 35 points on the Falcons, winning easily.
Week 2: @ Patriots, Loss
With New England coming off an opening season loss, they put all their energy into Pittsburgh. Give me the Patriots to get back on track, sending the Steelers to 1-1.
Week 3: vs Bengals, Win
Rodgers just barely outplays Burrow, with the Steelers defense grabbing a big fumble recovery at the end of the game. Pittsburgh takes the first matchup between the rivals.
Week 4: at Browns, Loss
The Steelers see Shedeur Sanders in this game, and similar to the last time they played him, he gets the best of them. Pittsburgh drops a tough division game on the road.
Week 5: vs Colts, Win
The Steelers make easy work of the Colts, using the frustration from the previous week's loss to fuel them. Pittsburgh goes 3-2 to start the year.
Week 6: at Buccaneers, Loss
Baker Mayfield outplays the Steelers in this one, throwing for 300 yards. Tampa Bay downs Pittsburgh to defend home-field.
Week 7: vs Saints, Win
Tyler Shough and Aaron Rodgers put on a show for the Pittsburgh fans. But the Steelers make one last stop, grabbing a big win against the NFC opponent.
Week 8: vs Browns, Win
The Steelers get revenge for the earlier season loss to the Browns. Pittsburgh enters the bye week on a two-game win streak, having gone 5-3.
Week 9: Bye Week
Week 10: at Bengals, Loss
Coming off the bye week, the Steelers feel good about themselves. But unlike last time, the Bengals have a say in how this game goes.
Rodgers struggles against the Cincinnati defense, leading to another Steelers loss.
Week 11: at Eagles, Loss
Playing their interstate rival, the Steelers badly want this game. But Jalen Hurts has other ideas, leading a game-winning drive deep in the fourth quarter for the Eagles.
Week 12: vs Broncos, Loss
Denver's defense is too much for the Steelers to handle. Pittsburgh falls again, going to 5-6 on the year.
Week 13: vs Texans, Loss
Much like in the playoff game from last season, Rodgers can't do much of anything against this tough Houston defense. The Texans take the win, sending Pittsburgh to another loss.
Week 14: at Jaguars, Win
Just when everyone is counting the Steelers out, Aaron Rodgers delivers. The Steelers steal a win against the Jaguars on the road to keep their playoff hopes alive, barely.
Week 15: vs Ravens, Win
This will be another must-win for the Steelers, and somehow, they find a way to win. A late game interception from Lamar Jackson helps seal the Steelers massive victory.
Week 16: vs Panthers, Win
Pittsburgh dominates the Panthers in this game, forcing Bryce Young into three interceptions. The Steelers keep their slim postseason hopes alive.
Week 17: at Titans, Win
It's a little too late for the Steelers to get into the playoffs despite a four-game win streak. Even with the win against Tennessee, Pittsburgh is officially eliminated from the postseason.
Week 18: at Ravens, Loss
In Rodgers final game, there isn't anything to play for, other than pride. But the Steelers put up a fight against the Ravens.
In the end, Baltimore takes the victory.
Final Prediction: 9-8, misses the playoffs
