The wait is finally over, and the Pittsburgh Steelers are ready to open the 2026 NFL regular season at home against the Atlanta Falcons in a matchup that immediately brings plenty of intrigue to Week 1. With a new season beginning, a new chapter for Pittsburgh, and Atlanta arriving with its own ambitions, this is exactly the type of game football fans will want to have on their screens from the opening kickoff.
So, which channel will broadcast Steelers vs. Falcons?
The answer is FOX. The game is scheduled for Sunday, September 13, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. ET, with Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh serving as the venue. The Steelers’ official broadcast information confirms FOX as the television network, while NFL listings also show the matchup as a 1 p.m. local broadcast.
πΊ FULL TV AND STREAMING GUIDE
π Game: Atlanta Falcons at Pittsburgh Steelers
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Date: Sunday, September 13, 2026
β° Kickoff: 1:00 p.m. ET / 12:00 p.m. CT
ποΈ Venue: Acrisure Stadium, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
πΊ TV: FOX
π» Streaming: NFL+ Premium on compatible mobile devices in the United States
π» Radio: Steelers Audio Network / Steelers Nation Radio
FOX’s game coverage will feature Joe Davis on play-by-play, Greg Olsen as analyst and Pam Oliver reporting from the sideline. For viewers in the Pittsburgh market, the local FOX affiliate is WPGH Fox 53.
For fans who cannot watch on traditional television, NFL+ Premium provides a way to watch live local and primetime NFL games on supported mobile devices in the United States, subject to NFL+ restrictions.
International fans should check their local NFL broadcaster or streaming service because NFL media rights can vary from country to country.
π€π PITTSBURGH BEGINS A NEW ERA
There is an extra layer of excitement surrounding this Steelers opener because Pittsburgh enters the 2026 season with Mike McCarthy as its head coach.
McCarthy’s arrival represents a significant change for a franchise that has traditionally placed an enormous emphasis on stability and continuity. His experience, championship pedigree and offensive background will immediately be under the microscope as the Steelers attempt to establish a new identity.
And there may be no better way to introduce a new era than by playing at home.
The Steelers are opening the regular season at Acrisure Stadium for only the second time since 2014, according to the team’s official schedule announcement. Pittsburgh also owns a remarkable 16-2-1 all-time record against Atlanta, including a 7-0-1 record at home.
Those numbers give Steelers fans plenty of historical reasons to feel confident β but Week 1 football is never predictable.
π₯ ATLANTA ARRIVES WITH SOMETHING TO PROVE
The Falcons will enter Pittsburgh determined to change that history.
Atlanta’s 2026 schedule officially lists the Steelers matchup as its Week 1 road game, with kickoff set for 1 p.m. ET on FOX.
The Falcons also enter a new chapter under head coach Kevin Stefanski, giving this game an intriguing coaching storyline on both sidelines.
For Atlanta, winning on the road would immediately send a message that the Falcons are ready to compete from the opening week. Beating Pittsburgh in its own stadium would also provide a major confidence boost before the Falcons return home for their Week 2 matchup against Carolina.
π WHAT SHOULD FANS WATCH FOR?
The first major storyline will be Pittsburgh’s new offensive identity.
How quickly can McCarthy’s system take shape? Will the Steelers establish the running game early? Can Pittsburgh consistently protect its quarterback and create explosive plays against Atlanta’s defense?
Those questions could be answered quickly.
The second storyline is the battle at the line of scrimmage. Week 1 often comes down to physicality, and whichever team controls the trenches will have an opportunity to dictate the pace of the game.
Third, watch the turnover battle.
Opening-week games can be unpredictable because both teams are still establishing their rhythm. A forced fumble, interception or special-teams mistake could completely change the momentum.
And finally, don’t overlook the pressure of playing in Pittsburgh.
Acrisure Stadium should be loud from the opening whistle, particularly with Steelers fans watching a new coaching era begin. Atlanta will need to handle that environment while avoiding the early mistakes that can put a visiting team in trouble.
π» MORE WAYS TO FOLLOW THE GAME
Fans who prefer radio coverage can follow the game through the Steelers Audio Network, with local Pittsburgh broadcasts available on WDVE 102.5 FM and WBGG 970 AM. Steelers Nation Radio also provides coverage through Steelers digital platforms, while SiriusXM subscribers can listen to the game live.
The Steelers also provide pregame programming before kickoff, giving fans plenty of opportunities to build up to the opening snap.
So whether you’re watching FOX, following the game on NFL+, listening on the radio or tracking every play through the team’s digital platforms, there are plenty of ways to stay connected.
π THIS IS ONLY THE BEGINNING
The importance of a Week 1 game should never be overstated, but this particular matchup has all the ingredients of a fascinating season opener.
Pittsburgh has a new head coach, home-field advantage and an impressive historical record against Atlanta.
The Falcons have a new coaching era of their own and an opportunity to immediately silence a difficult road environment.
One team will walk away 1-0.
The other will begin the season with questions that could linger into Week 2.
And with the game taking place at 1:00 p.m. ET on FOX, fans won’t have to wait long to find out which team is ready to make the stronger first impression.
π₯ MARK YOUR CALENDAR: SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2026.
πΊ FOX
β° 1:00 P.M. ET
ποΈ ACRISURE STADIUM
π ATLANTA FALCONS vs. PITTSBURGH STEELERS
The 2026 season starts here.
New coach. New season. New expectations.
DON’T MISS A SINGLE SNAP! ππ₯β€οΈ
