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Steeler Nation is a world-wide army that follows the legendary Pittsburgh Steelers. The Six-Time Super Bowl Champions are a franchise whose tradition dictates a standard of excellence, and their fans expect nothing less year in and year out. Those very same ideals translate to the ultimate Pittsburgh Steelers Game Day Preview, a guide that all Steelers fans read weekly to learn everything they need to know about their team and weekly opponent!
Mike Drakulich, the man behind Pittsburgh SportsNation (@PghSportsNation), who covers both Pitt football and the Steelers for NGSC Sports, brings you inside the huddle with The Pittsburgh SportsNation Game Commentary, Game Prediction, Broadcast Information, and a complete breakdown of each team. Heck, you’ll even know the weather at kickoff!
The Pittsburgh SportsNation Game Commentary
A win is a win.
It wasn’t pretty, but the Pittsburgh Steelers (2-1) found a way to outlast the New England Patriots 21-14.
That doesn’t mean that the Steelers have plenty of work to do if they intend to hold on to first place in the AFC North Division.
Let’s talk about the positives we saw in week three.
- A fast start yet again, with the offense now amassing 17 points on three opening drives to start the season.
- Aaron Rodgers passed Brett Favre for 4th place on the all-time passing touchdowns list and added another to his total.
- It was 14-0 before the offense went to sleep until late in the 4th quarter.
- The offensive line did not allow a sack.
- The defense recorded five turnovers, five sacks, and made a huge 4th down stop to secure the victory.
Now let’s get to the bad…
Where do we start?
- As mentioned above, after Rodgers got the Steelers out to a 14-0 lead, the offense basically disappeared until the final game-winning drive in the 4th quarter.
- Rodgers may have not been sacked, but he got hit way too many times after releasing the ball.
- No deep passes or attacking the middle of the field.
- Once again, the run game was non-existent. 2.5 yards per rush???
- The defense was gouged for 369 yards, allowing the Patriots to convert three 3rd and long situations, and going four for four on 4th down, before finally stopping them on the 5th and final attempt.
- One of the 4th downs converted was inside New England’s 15 yard line. That’s inexcusable, and wouldn’t even have been dreamed about, let alone accomplished against previous versions of the Pittsburgh defense. Personally, I’d consider it a slap to my face if an opposing offense had the balls to go for it on 4th down against my defense. That means they have zero respect or fear of you at all.
“New England was very aggressive in terms of their fourth-down play, and we weren’t successful,” Steelers coach Mike Tomlin said. “We had an opportunity to really seize control of the game had we won some more of those, particularly the one that was on the long field. It kept some drives alive.”
The middle of the field was open like 7-11 for the Patriot’s receivers.
Communication, once again, was a problem for the defense, which is something that was discussed in last week’s preview. This time the excuses pertained to injuries and new faces on defense.
I’m weary of the excuses from Tomlin and this team… I want results.
“Most teams at this point would be good at third-and-longs, but with guys rotating in and out and guys doing different things than what we were doing at camp, it’s kind of frustrating that we’re not up to par on that yet,” said Tomlin. “I feel like this week will be much better. There’s a lot of focus on that, so we’ll see.”
Regardless of the new faces or not, what in the hell have you been doing in practices since April?
“We have to be closer in coverage,” Steelers defensive end Cam Heyward said. “On the D-line, you have to get your hands up in those moments. It’s been the third-and-longs that have really gotten us. Our coverage has to be tighter, and our rush has to be elite.”
This week, the Steelers travel across the Atlantic to face the Minnesota Vikings (2-1) at Croke Park in Dublin, Ireland.
Kickoff is set for 9:30 AM.
The defense could be bolstered by the return of starting safety DeShon Elliot and corner Joey Porter, Jr..
Elliot no longer has an injury designation, while Porter, Jr. is listed as questionable.
Rookie Derrick Harmon, in his NFL debut, made his impact felt immediately, recording two tackles and his first career sack.
“I thought Derek played very well,” Heyward said. “I was worried about his conditioning, but he came to play. I think it really balanced out our group. He’s just going to keep getting better. It creates for something we can build on.”
The Steelers can use all the help they can get.
It would be nice to see the offense play a full game. Perhaps throwing the ball deep downfield would loosen up opposing defenses and open up some running room for Jaylen Warren.
“I can play better, for sure,” said Rodgers, who has thrown for 586 yards, seven touchdowns, and three interceptions. “It’s just about sometimes you have to take what the defense gives you and be comfortable with that. Some of our best plays are getting the ball in our playmaker’s hands and letting them go. I need to be disciplined like I usually am and get the ball to the guys.”
Getting the ball to his top weapon in D.K. Metcalf, and the rest of the receiving corps couldn’t hurt.
“We have to get our pass catchers involved more,” Metcalf said.
It’s running back Jaylen Warren who leads the team with 142 yards receiving on 11 catches.
Metcalf has 10 receptions for just 135 yards and two touchdowns through three games.
Calvin Austin has elevated his game as the #2 receiver, catching eight passes for 126 yards and two touchdowns.
Roman Wilson, Scotty Miller, and Brian Skowronek have combined for two catches for 29 yards and one score.
That’s ludicrous.
Jonnu Smith leads the tight ends with 12 receptions for 65 yards and a touchdown. Pat Freiermuth has been an afterthought with seven catches and 65 yards. Darnell Washington has yet to record a catch.
Warren has just 132 yards rushing, averaging 3.1 yards per carry. Rookie 3rd round pick Kaleb Johnson has been buried on the depth chart, while Kenneth Gainwell continues to see plenty of playing time behind Warren.
“This game means a lot to all of us, to the league, to the Rooney family, so we want to represent the team and the Rooney legacy well,” Rodgers said. “But it’s great for the game, to grow the game in so many countries, so being a part of the first game in Ireland is pretty cool. I have Irish heritage, so I’m very excited to get out there. And as far as the travel goes, it is what it is. You’ve got to suck it up on Friday and stay awake all day. You do that, you should be feeling pretty good Saturday.”
Rodgers is well aware that Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores will be bringing the pressure come Sunday.
“They’re going to bring pressure at some point, and you have to have some ideas to combat that. So you’ve got to expect it,” Rodgers said. “They do a good job disguising. Everything looks the same, so you don’t want them to get going and sack you a bunch and play behind the sticks.”
No matter how well the defense plays, the Vikings can light up the scoreboard, so Rodgers and his unit may have to elevate their performances to stay ahead on the scoreboard.
“It’s a work in progress, for sure,” Rodgers said of the Steelers offense. “We’re getting used to Arthur (Smith) and how he sees the game, and playing with me, and we’re figuring it out. It hasn’t been the prettiest at times, but the good thing is our defense played the way they want to play last week, and we made just enough plays to win. So, at this point it’s about winning. The chemistry is there, the continuity, the belief in each other is there. It’s just going out and executing, feeling better about ourselves on offense.”
It would certainly help Rodgers, and Warren, if the offensive line could offer more than three seconds of pass protection, and open up some running room for their backs.
Pat Myers is a terrible offensive line coach, and it shows every week. No one, including Broderick Jones, show any signs of improvement, and their technique sucks.
Even former quarterback Ben Roethlisberger was critical of Jones’ play.
No sacks, congratulations. Aaron still got hit a bunch,” Roethlisberger said, refusing to acknowledge Week 3 as a solid performance for Jones. “There was a play where Broderick Jones is standing completely upright and the guy basically runs right through him. It’s actually the play we laughed about, when his guy hit Aaron as soon as he threw it. And Broderick ran by, yanked his shoulder out of place. That play, if you go back and watch it — because I went back and watched two plays specifically to watch the line play — Broderick is so upright and you can’t stand upright as a tackle.
“You have to get low or guys are gonna get underneath you. James Harrison, what did he talk about? Leverage. You get a guy, like if James Harrison was going up against Broderick Jones, he would have 15 sacks a game. I am telling you, the low leverage, he is gonna get around Broderick. Broderick has to be better at protecting.”
The Vikings will have Carson Wentz as their starting quarterback, as J.J. McCarthy remains out with an injury.
Wentz did what he had to do last week against Cincinnati, throwing for 173 yards and two touchdowns. He was sacked three times.
Wentz has one of the game’s best receivers in Justin Jefferson, who has caught 12 passes for 200 yards and one touchdown. Jordan Addison will add to the arsenal, as he makes his 2025 debut after serving a three game suspension. Addison had 63 receptions for 875 yards and nine touchdowns last season. Jalen Nailor is a solid #3 receiver, contributing with nine receptions for 96 yards. Adam Thielen continues to defy Father Time, but has just two catches for 26 yards.
T.J. Hockenson is a big threat at tight end, as he has caught nine passes for 76 yards and a touchdown. After watching Hunter Henry rip apart the Steelers last week, Hockenson has to be salivating.
Jordan Mason is the top back with Aaron Jones out. Mason has rushed for 214 yards and two touchdowns, while adding just three catches for 15 yards.
The Vikings defense is ranked 9th with eight sacks.
Minnesota’s weakness is stopping the run, as they rank 22nd in the league, allowing 130 yards a game.
There is no doubt… the Steelers defense has to be better, and getting Elliot back is going to help. The best thing to do is shut down Jordan Mason and the Vikings run game, and dare Carson Wentz to beat you. If the Steelers can get a lead like they did last week, keep Mason contained, that would allow T.J. Watt, Heyward, and Nick Herbig to pin their ears back and make Wentz’s life hell.
You can laugh about shutting down the run, but Harmon makes a huge difference, and the more he plays, the better he is going to get.
Hopefully Jalen Ramsey can limit the splash plays by Jefferson.
Every game is important to all NFL teams, but this week is special to the Steelers organization.
The Rooney family emigrated from Newry, Northern Ireland., and the late Dan Rooney was once the U.S. Ambassador to Ireland.
“I just wanted them to understand it was something we had been planning on for a long time,” said Art Rooney II. “I wish I had more time to walk them through more of the history of Ireland. But I at least wanted to let them know it was something that was special to us.”
There are only a few players on the roster who knew Dan, like Heyward, Watt, and Chris Boswell, but in their hearts, they want to win this game for him and his family.
“My dad would love this,” Art II said. “I think about him a lot this week. I’m sure he’ll be looking down on us on Sunday and enjoying the spectacle.”
Despite the continued inconsistent coaching and outdated schemes, I think the talent and the emotions will enable this Steelers team to put forth a complete game.
I like Rodgers to find the endzone a few times, and a defense that won’t allow a back-up quarterback in Wentz to beat them. It will be your typical Steelers meat grinder game, one that will come down to the 4th quarter, but when this one ends, Pittsburgh will have the luck of the Irish, and head into the bye with a 3-1 record.
Prediction: Steelers 27 Vikings 24
Pittsburgh Steelers (2-1) vs Minnesota Vikings (2-1)
- NFL Week 4
Vegas line: Minnesota -2.5
Game-time: Sunday, September 28th, at 9:30 AM
Venue: Croke Park, Dublin, Ireland.
- Field: Natural Grass
Weather at Kickoff: Partly cloudy and 60. Winds out of the WNW at 6 MPH.
NFL Links
Broadcast Information
TV: NFL Network (Xfinity: 860 | DirecTV: 212 | Dish: 154) / Local: WTAE-TV (Xfinity: Channel 804)
- Announcers: Joe Davis (play-by-play) Greg Olsen (analyst) | Pam Oliver and Jamie Erdahl (field reporters)
Local Radio: Pittsburgh- 102.5 WDVE-FM & 970 WBGG-AM
- Announcers: Rob King (play-by-play) Max Starks (analyst) | Missi Matthews (sideline)
National Radio: Westwood One
- Announcers: Kate Scott (play-by-play) Kyle Rudolph (analyst)
Internet Broadcast: Steelers Nation Radio (SNR) on Steelers.com
Scouting the Pittsburgh Steelers
Overall record: 2-1 (Tied 1st in AFC North)
Last Game: Steelers 21 Patriots 14
Head Coach: Mike Tomlin
- 19th Season with Steelers
- Overall regular-season record: 185-108-2
- Playoff record: 8-11 (Qualified for playoffs 12 times)
Team Links
- Pittsburgh Steelers Team Roster
- Steelers Team/Individual Statistics
- Pittsburgh Steelers 2025 Schedule
Steelers Offense
- Offensive Coordinator: Arthur Smith
Offensive Stats
- Points per game: 24 (13th)
- Total yards per game: 247 (30th)
- Passing yards per game: 184 (24th)
- Rushing yards per game: 63 (31st)
QUARTERBACK
Aaron Rodgers | #8
Rodgers may be 41, but the arm and his wits are still top notch. If the Pittsburgh offensive line can provide him time, Rodgers could open the offensive playbook up and become more than just a dink and dunk unit.
Passing Yards: 586 | TD Passes: 7 | INT’s: 3 | Sacked: 7
Rushing Yards: 3 | Rushing TD’s: 0
Back-up: Mason Rudolph | #2
Passing Yards: 12 | TD Passes: 0 | INT’s: 0 | Sacked: 0
Rushing Yards: 0 | Rushing TD’s: 0
RUNNING BACKS
Jaylen Warren | #30
Warren is a wrecking ball that always seems to get positive yardage. Leads the team in both rushing and receiving.
Rushing Yards: 132 | Rushing TD’s: 0
Receptions: 11 | Receiving Yards: 142 | Receiving TD’s: 1
Kenneth Gainwell | #14
Gainwell is a Swiss Army knife that can step in at any time. Not sure why he is being used as much as he has been.
Rushing Yards: 55 | Rushing TD’s: 1
Receptions: 7 | Receiving Yards: 30 | Receiving TD’s: 0
Kaleb Johnson | #20
Johnson is a rookie out of Iowa, and by talent alone, will one day be the lead back in the Steeler run game. For now, he’s barely seeing the field and has seemingly lost all confidence.
Rushing Yards: -1 | Rushing TD’s: 0
Receptions: 0 | Receiving Yards: 0 | Receiving TD’s: 0
Trey Sermon | #37
Rushing Yards: 0 | Rushing TD’s: 0
Receptions: 0 | Receiving Yards: 0 | Receiving TD’s: 0
WIDE RECEIVERS
D.K. Metcalf | #4
Metcalf is a big, physical receiver, that will be Aaron Rodgers’ top weapon in the passing game. Caught 66 passes for 992 yards and five touchdowns last year in Seattle. Can make the most spectacular of catches, but is also prone to occasional drops.
Receptions: 10 | Receiving Yards: 135 | Receiving TD’s: 2
Calvin Austin III | #19
Austin, now in his 4th year, has taken over as the team’s #2 receiver.
Receptions: 8 | Receiving Yards: 126 | Receiving TD’s: 2
Roman Wilson | #10
Wilson looked set to make amends for a lost rookie season. Can he become the receiver he was at Michigan, and show the Steelers why he was drafted in the 3rd round? No one knows as he’s yet to be utilized at all.
Receptions: 1 | Receiving Yards: 7 | Receiving TD’s: 0
Scotty Miller | #13
Miller returns to the Steelers after catching five passes for 69 yards last year.
Receptions: 0 | Receiving Yards: 0 | Receiving TD’s: 0
Brian Skowronek | #15
Great blocker and special teams player, Skowronek had five catches for 69 yards last season. Was the recipient of Aaron Rodger’s first TD pass as a Steeler.
Receptions: 1 | Receiving Yards: 22 | Receiving TD’s: 1
TIGHT ENDS
Pat Freiermuth | #88
Could be headed for a really good season as Rodgers likes his tight ends. Caught 65 passes for 653 yards and seven touchdowns in 2024. So far, has been an afterthought in the offense through three weeks.
Receptions: 7 | Receiving Yards: 65 | Receiving TD’s: 0
Jonnu Smith | #81
Smith is a hybrid tight end/receiver… had 88 receptions for 884 yards and eight touchdowns last year in Miami.
Receptions: 12 | Receiving Yards: 65 | Receiving TD’s: 1
Darnell Washington | #80
Mount Washington is an imposing figure at 6’7, 264 pounds. Rodgers raved about him in Camp and could be set to surpass his numbers last year, when he caught 19 receptions for 200 yards and a touchdown.
Receptions: 0 | Receiving Yards: 0 | Receiving TD’s: 0
Conner Heyward | #83
Heyward will be utilized in a fullback/tight end role.
Receptions: 1 | Receiving Yards: 6 | Receiving TD’s: 0
OFFENSIVE LINE
LT: Broderick Jones | #77
LG: Isaac Seumalo | #73
C: Zach Frazier | #54
RG: Mason McCormick | #66
RT: Troy Fautanu | #76
*Injured/Out
Steelers Defense
- Defensive Coordinator: Teryl Austin
- Defensive System: 3-4
Defensive Stats
- Points per game allowed: 25.7 (23rd)
- Total offensive yards per game allowed: 386 (28th)
- Passing yards allowed: 246.7 (26th)
- Rushing yards allowed: 139.3 (27th)
- Sacks: 8 (13th)
- Interceptions: 3 (8th)
DEFENSIVE LINE
DT: Cam Heyward | #97
Tackles: 14 | Sacks: 1
NT: Keeanu Benton | #95
Tackles: 4 | Sacks: 0
- OR Daniel Ekuale | #96
- Tackles: 3 | Sacks: 0
DE: Derrick Harmon | #99
Tackles: 2 | Sacks: 1
LINEBACKERS
LOLB: T.J. Watt | #90
Tackles: 14 | Sacks: 2
LILB: Patrick Queen | #6
Tackles: 24 | Sacks: 0
RILB: Payton Wilson | #41
Tackles: 22 | Sacks: 1
ROLB: Nick Herbig | #51
Tackles: 5 | Sacks: 1
- OR Jack Sawyer | #33
- Tackles: 12 | Sacks: 1
SECONDARY
LCB: Darius Slay | #23
Tackles: 10 | Sacks: 0 | INT: 0
FS: Juan Thornhill | #22
Tackles: 22 | Sacks: 0 | INT: 0
SS: DeShon Elliot | #25
Tackles: 5 | Sacks: 0 | INT: 0
RCB: Joey Porter, Jr. | #24
Tackles: 0 | Sacks: 0 | INT: 0
- OR Brandin Echols | #26
- Tackles: 6 | Sacks: 0 | INT: 1
NCB: Jalen Ramsey | #5
Tackles: 10 | Sacks: 0 | INT: 1
Steelers Special Teams
PLACEKICKER
Chris Boswell | #9
Extra Points: 7-7
Field Goals: 5-5
- 1-19 yards: 0-0
- 20-29 yards: 0-0
- 30-39 yards: 0-0
- 40-49 yards: 3-3
- 50+ yards: 2-2
KICKOFF RETURNER
Kenneth Gainwell | #14
Average: 26.7 | TD Returns: 0
Kaleb Johnson | #20
Average: 23.8 | TD Returns: 0
PUNT RETURNER
Calvin Austin III | #19
Average: 0.0 | TD Returns: 0
Scouting the Minnesota Vikings
Overall record: 2-1 (Tied 1st in NFC North)
Last game: Vikings 48 Bengals 10
Head Coach: Kevin O’Connell
- 4th Season with Minnesota Vikings
- Overall regular-season record: 36-20 | 36-20 with Vikings
- Playoff Record: 0-2
Team Links
Vikings Offense
Offensive Stats
- Points per game: 27 (6th)
- Total Offense per game: 268 (28th)
- Passing yards per game: 145.7 (30th)
- Rushing yards per game: 122.3 (13th)
QUARTERBACK
J.J. McCarthy* | #9
Out injured.
Passing Yards: 301 | TD Passes: 2 | INT’s: 3 | Sacked: 9
Rushing Yards: 50 | Rushing TD’s: 1
Back-up: Carson Wentz | #11
Wentz is looking to make the most of his opportunity with McCarthy out. Career back-up for a reason.
Passing Yards: 173 | TD Passes: 2 | INT’s: 0 | Sacked: 3
Rushing Yards: 4 | Rushing TD’s: 0
RUNNING BACKS
Jordan Mason | #27
Mason has taken the lead back role with Aaron Jones out. He’s looked strong doing it, with 214 yards rushing and a pair of touchdowns.
Rushing Yards: 214 | Rushing TD’s: 2
Receptions: 3 | Receiving Yards: 15 | Receiving TD’s: 0
Aaron Jones* | #33
Out injured.
Rushing Yards: 46 | Rushing TD’s: 0
Receptions: 3 | Receiving Yards: 44 | TD’s: 1
Zavier Scott | #36
Rushing Yards: 30 | Rushing TD’s: 0
Receptions: 1 | Receiving Yards: 20 | TD’s: 0
Cam Akers | #31
Rushing Yards: 19 | Rushing TD’s: 0
Receptions: 0 | Receiving Yards: 0 | TD’s: 0
WIDE RECEIVERS
Justin Jefferson | #18
Jefferson is one of the game’s best, but has yet to put up the kind of numbers he’s used to.
Receptions: 12 | Receiving Yards: 200 | Receiving TD’s: 2
Jordan Addison | #3
Addison rejoins the team after serving a three game suspension.
Receptions: 0 | Receiving Yards: 0 | Receiving TD’s: 0
Jalen Nailor | #1
Nailor is a solid #3 receiver in the Vikings passing game.
Receptions: 7 | Receiving Yards: 96 | Receiving TD’s: 0
Adam Thielen | #19
Old, but always reliable.
Receptions: 2 | Receiving Yards: 26 | Receiving TD’s: 0
Tai Felton | #13
Receptions: 1 | Receiving Yards: 9 | Receiving TD’s: 0
TIGHT ENDS
T.J. Hockenson | #87
Hockenson has established himself as one of the better tight ends in the game.
Receptions: 9 | Receiving Yards: 76 | Receiving TD’s: 1
Josh Oliver | #84
Receptions: 2 | Receiving Yards: 17 | Receiving TD’s: 1
*Injured/out
Vikings Defense
- Defensive System: 3-4
Defensive Stats
- Points per game allowed: 18.7 (11th)
- Total offensive yards per game allowed: 271.3 (6th)
- Passing yards allowed: 141.3 (3rd)
- Rushing yards allowed: 130 (22nd)
- Sacks: 9 (8th)
- Interceptions: 2 (13th)
DEFENSIVE LINE
LDE: Jonathan Allen | #93
Tackles: 13 | Sacks: 0
NT: Jalen Redmond | #61
Tackles: 10 | Sacks: 1
RDE: Javon Hargrave | #97
Tackles: 11 | Sacks: 2
LINEBACKERS
WLB: Jonathan Greenard | #58
Tackles: 9 | Sacks: 1 | INT: 0
LILB: Eric Wilson | #55
Tackles: 17 | Sacks: 0 | INT: 0
RILB: Ivan Pace, Jr. | #0
Tackles: 26 | Sacks: 0 | INT: 0
SLB: Andrew Van Ginkel* | #43
Tackles: 7 | Sacks: 2 | INT:0
SECONDARY
LCB: Isaiah Rodgers | #2
Tackles: 12 | Sacks: 0 | INT: 1
SS: Joshua Metellus | #44
Tackles: 14 | Sacks: 0 | INT: 1
FS: Harrison Smith | #22
Tackles: 0 | Sacks: 0 | INT: 0
RCB: Byron Murphy, Jr. | #7
Tackles: 14 | Sacks: 0 | INT: 0
NB: Tavierre Thomas | #37
Tackles: 7 | Sacks: 0 | INT: 0
Vikings Special Teams
PLACEKICKER
Will Reichard | #16
Extra Points: 7-7
Field Goals: 6-6
- 1-19 yards: 0-0
- 20-29 yards: 0-0
- 30-39 yards: 3-3
- 40-49 yards: 0-0
- 50+ yards: 3-3
KICKOFF RETURNER
Myles Price | #4
Average: 23.4 | TD Returns: 0
PUNT RETURNER
Myles Price | #4
Average: 11.8 | TD Returns: 0
Steelers vs Vikings History
Series History: Began in 1962
Overall Record: 9-10
- Home: 6-4
- Away: 2-6
- Postseason: 1-0
Streak: Minnesota won the last game.
Last regular-season meeting: Vikings Win, 36-28 (Dec. 9, 2021)
Last postseason meeting: Super Bowl IX- Steelers Win, 16-6 (Jan. 12, 1975)
Injury Report (9/26/25)
Pittsburgh Steelers
IR: QB Will Howard (finger), OL Max Scharping (Knee)
Out: LB Alex Highsmith (ankle)
Doubtful: None
Questionable: CB Joey Porter Jr. (Hamstring), RB Jaylen Warren (NIR – Resting Vet/Knee), TE Jonnu Smith (NIR – Resting Vet/Hip)
Minnesota Vikings
IR: RB Aaron Jones
Out: QB J.J. McCarthy (Ankle), LB Andrew Van Ginkel (Neck), G Donovan Jackson (Wrist), TE Ben Yurosek (Knee)
Doubtful: None
Questionable: None
Pittsburgh Steelers Schedule
2025 REGULAR-SEASON SCHEDULE (2-1)
Sun. Sept. 7 at N.Y. Jets | W- 34-32
Sun. Sept. 14 vs Seattle | L- 31-17
Sun. Sept. 21 at New England | W- 21-14
Sun. Sept. 28 vs Minnesota 9:30 a.m.
BYE WEEK
Sun. Oct. 12 Cleveland 1 p.m.
Thur. Oct. 16 at Cincinnati 8:15 p.m.
Sun. Oct. 26 vs Green Bay 8:20 p.m.
Sun. Nov. 2 vs Indianapolis 1 p.m.
Sun. Nov. 9 at L.A. Chargers* 8:20 p.m.
Sun. Nov. 16 vs Cincinnati* 1 p.m.
Sun. Nov. 23 at Chicago* 1 p.m.
Sun. Nov. 30 vs Buffalo* 4:25 p.m.
Sun. Dec. 7 at Baltimore* 1 p.m.
Mon. Dec. 15 vs Miami* 8:15 p.m.
Sun. Dec. 21 at Detroit* 4:25 p.m.
Sun. Dec. 28 at Cleveland* 1 p.m.
TBD TBD vs Baltimore* TBD
* *Times and TV network may change due to flexible scheduling
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