The Steelers 2025 schedule was released on Wednesday evening, and it comes as no surprise the team is once again featured in multiple primetime games.
The Steelers will appear in four primetime games, two at Acrisure Stadium and two on the road. In addition, they will play in the NFL Dublin Game, hosting the Minnesota Vikings at Croke Park in Ireland.
The 2025 slate also includes seven games against teams that appeared in the postseason in 2024.
The Steelers will once again open the season on the road, the tenth time in 11 years the team will begin the season away from home. They will take on the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium on Sunday, Sept. 7 at 1 p.m. on CBS in the Week 1 matchup.
Despite their first meeting taking place in 1970, the Steelers and Jets have only played 28 times, with the Steelers holding a 21-7 series advantage. The Steelers defeated the Jets, 37-15, in 2024 at Acrisure Stadium, while rookie defense back Beanie Bishop intercepted Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers twice, for his first two career interceptions.
The Steelers home opener will take place Week 2 when the Seattle Seahawks come to Acrisure Stadium on Sunday, Sept. 14 for a 1 p.m. kickoff on FOX. It will be the first time receiver DK Metcalf, who was acquired by the Steelers via a trade with Seattle this offseason, faces his former team. Metcalf, who was signed to a long-term deal by the Steelers following the trade, was drafted by the Seahawks in the second round of the 2019 NFL Draft and spent the last six seasons in Seattle.
It's back on the road in Week 3 against the New England Patriots on Sunday, Sept. 21 at 1 p.m. The game, which will be the third meeting in four years between the two teams, will air on CBS.
The Steelers, who are slated as the home team, will host the Vikings on Sunday, Sept. 28 in the NFL Dublin Game at historic Croke Park in a Week 4 matchup. The game will kick off at 9:30 a.m. Eastern Time, 2:30 p.m. local time in Ireland.
The game will be broadcast on NFL Network. NFL Game Pass on DAZN will broadcast all 2025 International Games in international markets outside of the U.S. The game will also stream on NFL+.
"The opportunity for the Pittsburgh Steelers to play in Ireland is truly special, not only because of the Rooney family history there but because it allows us to connect with Irish fans while also giving fans who travel from Pittsburgh and beyond a unique football experience," said Steelers President Art Rooney, II. "We are thrilled to be part of this historic event and to represent Pittsburgh on a global stage."
The Rooney family immigrated from Ireland to the United States, and late Steelers Chairman Dan Rooney served as the United States Ambassador to Ireland from 2009-2012 and co-founded The Ireland Funds in 1976. Rooney's passion for Ireland, and his desire to always want to play a regular season game on Irish soil, makes it even more special to play in the first regular season game there.
"We're unbelievably excited about this opportunity to play in Dublin for two very specific reasons," said Coach Mike Tomlin. "First, it is an honor and privilege to represent the game of American football internationally and maybe introduce it to a new set of fans. It is a great honor to play the game that we love and be able to do so on foreign soil.
"Number two, I smile when I think about the late great Ambassador (Dan) Rooney and how fired up he would be about this game. I remember when he was Ambassador to Ireland, he would have a Fourth of July flag football game every year. I think about him, but I also simply think about the honor and privilege to play our game globally."
The Steelers will have some time to rest following the game in Dublin, as they have their Bye Week in Week 5 of the season, falling early this year because of the international game.
Following the bye, it's full speed ahead with 13 games without a break, starting with a Week 6 game against the Cleveland Browns at Acrisure Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 12 at 1 p.m. on CBS. The Steelers have an 82-64-1 advantage in the series against the Browns, splitting the series the last three years with both teams winning their home games.
The team remains in the AFC North in Week 7, appearing on Thursday Night Football against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium. Kickoff is at 8:15 p.m. on Prime Video. It will be the first of three games in primetime in a four week stretch for the Steelers.
The bright lights will be shining again in Week 8 when the Steelers and Green Bay Packers meet at Acrisure Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 26 at 8:20 p.m. on NBC's Sunday Night Football.
The Steelers will remain at home for Week 9, the only back-to-back games at Acrisure Stadium all season, when they host the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday, Nov. 2 at 1 p.m. The Steelers hold a 27-8 advantage in the series against the Colts, winning eight of the last 10 meetings.
It's back to primetime action when the Steelers head West for a Week 10 game against the Los Angeles Chargers on NBC's Sunday Night Football on Nov. 9 at 8:20 p.m. It's the second straight year the two teams will meet, with the Steelers winning, 20-10, in 2024 at Acrisure Stadium in a game where Calvin Austin III had four receptions for 95 yards, including a 55-yard touchdown reception.
The Steelers will be back in familiar territory, and against a familiar opponent, when the team hosts the Bengals in Week 11 on Sunday, Nov. 16 at 1 p.m. at Acrisure Stadium on CBS, the second meeting of the season for the two AFC North foes.
It will also be the first of four AFC North games in the last eight weeks of the season in what could be a tough final stretch for the team.
The Steelers will travel to Soldier Field for the first time since 2017 for a Week 12 matchup against the Chicago Bears on Sunday, Nov. 23 at 1 p.m. on CBS. The last meeting between the two teams was in 2021, an exciting 29-27 Steelers win thanks to a 40-yard field goal by Chris Boswell with only 26 seconds left to play.
In Week 13 the Steelers will host the Buffalo Bills on Sunday, Nov. 20 at Acrisure Stadium. Kickoff is set for 4:25 p.m. on CBS.
The Steelers will host the Miami Dolphins in the final primetime game of the season on Monday, Dec. 15 at Acrisure Stadium, with kickoff at 8:15 p.m. on ESPN/ABC. The Steelers are 54-25 all-time on Monday Night Football, including 31-5 at home, including winning the last 22 games at home. Coach Mike Tomlin has guided the Steelers to a 21-3 record all-time on Monday Night Football, including 11-0 at Acrisure Stadium.
Week 16 will have the Steelers facing the defending NFC North champion Detroit Lions on Sunday, Dec. 21 at Ford Field. Kickoff is set for 4:25 p.m. on CBS. The Steelers have won five of the last six games against the Lions, dating back to 2001, while the two teams tied, 16-16, in the last meeting in 2021.
It will be all AFC North to finish the season, with the Steelers taking on the Browns for the second time in Week 17, this time on the road on Sunday, Dec. 28 at Huntington Bank Stadium at 1 p.m. on CBS.
The Steelers will close out the regular season with a bang when they host the Ravens in Week 18, a game that traditionally has a lot on the line. The date, time and network for the game have yet to be announced, as Week 18 games are announced following the conclusion of Week 17.
The team also announced their preseason schedule, with Week 1 against the Jacksonville Jaguars at EverBank Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 9 at 7 p.m. In Week 2 of the preseason, the Steelers will host the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Saturday, Aug. 16 at Acrisure Stadium at 7 p.m. The game will air on CBS/KDKA-TV. The Steelers will close out the preseason on Thursday, Aug. 21 against the Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium at 7 p.m.
| Week | Date | Opponent | TIME (ET) | TV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PRE 1 | Aug. 9 | at Jacksonville Jaguars (Sat.) | 7:00 PM | TBD |
| PRE 2 | Aug. 16 | vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers (Sat.) | 7:00 PM | CBS/KDKA |
| PRE 3 | Aug. 21 | at Carolina Panthers (Thurs.) | 7:00 PM | TBD |
| 1 | Sept. 7 | at New York Jets | 1:00 PM | CBS |
| 2 | Sept. 14 | vs. Seattle Seahawks | 1:00 PM | FOX |
| 3 | Sept. 21 | at New England Patriots | 1:00 PM | CBS |
| 4 | Sept. 28 | vs. Minnesota Vikings (Dublin) | 9:30 AM | NFLN |
| 5 | BYE | |||
| 6 | Oct. 12 | vs. Cleveland Browns | 1:00 PM | CBS |
| 7 | Oct. 16 | at Cincinnati Bengals (Thurs.) | 8:15 PM | Prime Video |
| 8 | Oct. 26 | vs. Green Bay Packers | 8:20 PM | NBC |
| 9 | Nov. 2 | vs. Indianapolis Colts | 1:00 PM | CBS |
| 10 | Nov. 9 | at Los Angeles Chargers | 8:20 PM | NBC |
| 11 | Nov. 16 | vs. Cincinnati Bengals | 1:00 PM | CBS |
| 12 | Nov. 23 | at Chicago Bears | 1:00 PM | CBS |
| 13 | Nov. 30 | vs. Buffalo Bills | 4:25 PM | CBS |
| 14 | Dec. 7 | at Baltimore Ravens | 1:00 PM | CBS |
| 15 | Dec. 15 | vs. Miami Dolphins (Mon.) | 8:15 PM | ESPN/ABC |
| 16 | Dec. 21 | at Detroit Lions | 4:25 PM | CBS |
| 17 | Dec. 28 | at Cleveland Browns | 1:00 PM | CBS |
| 18 | TBD | vs. Baltimore Ravens | TBD | TBD |
In 2006, the NFL implemented "flexible scheduling," a procedure designed to promote quality matchups on Sunday nights and give surprise teams a chance to play their way onto primetime. For the 2025 season, flexible scheduling will include Sunday Night Football, Monday Night Football, and Thursday Night Football.
Please note that the NFL is continuously reviewing its scheduling procedures to ensure exciting and meaningful games are available for viewing by the largest number of fans and so further changes to flexible scheduling could be implemented in the future.
Current Flexible Scheduling Procedures
Flexible scheduling is in effect during the following windows (the "Flex Scheduling Windows"):
For Sunday Night Football, it may be used up to twice between Weeks 5-10, and any week during Weeks 11-17.
For Monday Night Football it may be used any week in Weeks 12-17.
For Thursday Night Football it may be used up to twice between Weeks 13-17.
During the Flex Scheduling Windows, the games initially scheduled for Sunday Night Football (on NBC), Monday Night Football (ESPN or ABC), and Thursday Night Football (on Prime Video) are tentatively scheduled and subject to change.
Only Sunday afternoon games (or those listed as TBD) are eligible to be moved to Sunday night, Monday night, or Thursday night, in which case the initially scheduled Sunday, Monday, or Thursday night game would be moved to Sunday afternoon.
Sunday afternoon games may also be moved between 1:00 p.m. and 4:05 p.m. or 4:25 p.m. ET.
Scheduling for Week 18:
As in prior seasons, for Week 18, the final weekend of the season, the scheduling of the Saturday, Sunday afternoon, and the Sunday night games is not assigned.
The schedule for Week 18 will be announced at the conclusion of Week 17.
Additional Flexible Scheduling Information:
The game that has been tentatively scheduled for Sunday Night Football, Monday Night Football, or Thursday Night Football during the Flex Scheduling Windows will generally be listed at 8:20 p.m. ET, 8:15 p.m. ET, and 8:15 p.m. ET, respectively.
The majority of games on Sundays will typically be listed at 1:00 p.m. ET during the Flex Scheduling Windows except for games played in Pacific or Mountain time zones, which will be listed at 4:05 or 4:25 p.m. ET.
For Sunday Night Football in Weeks 5-13 and for Monday Night Football in Weeks 12-17, the NFL will decide and announce no later than 12 days in advance of the game, which game will be played on Sunday night and which game will be played on Monday night.
For Sunday Night Football in Weeks 14-17, the flexible scheduling decision will generally be made no later than 6 days prior to the game.
For Thursday Night Football in Weeks 13-17, the flexible scheduling decision will generally be made no later than 21 days prior to the game.
Fans and ticket holders must be aware that NFL games in the Flex Scheduling Windows are subject to change generally at least 12 days in advance (and at least 6 days in advance for Sundays in Weeks 14-17) and should plan accordingly.
