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Steelers open season at home in Pittsburgh against Falcons
Cooper Rush starts for Atlanta as the Steelers test a new grass surface after rain and a Saturday game left Acrisure Stadium conditions uncertain.
- On Sunday, September 13, 2026, the Pittsburgh Steelers defeated the Atlanta Falcons 20-13 in their season opener at Acrisure Stadium.
- Heavy rain challenged the newly installed grass surface during its first test, with grounds crews working to maintain the field after a college game on Saturday.
- Steelers edge rusher T.J. Watt returned an interception 35 yards for a touchdown, while backup quarterback Cooper Rush started for Atlanta after Tua Tagovailoa was ruled out with an oblique injury on Friday.
- The Falcons struggled with penalties and missed field goals, marking their ninth Week 1 loss in 11 years and extending their winless streak to eight trips to Pittsburgh.
- Pittsburgh aims to carry momentum into Week 2 while hoping to avoid major roster injuries as the Steelers continue their 2026 season.
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