Atlanta Falcons to Face Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 1 NFL Matchup

The Atlanta Falcons are set to visit the Pittsburgh Steelers on September 13, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. ET at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, PA.

Pittsburgh enters the game as a 3.5-point favorite, with a total of 41.5 points. The Steelers' moneyline is at -181, while the Falcons sit at +152. Jaylen Warren is expected to play a crucial role in Pittsburgh's ground game, having averaged 13.1 rushing attempts over his last 17 games. Atlanta's defense, known for its strong red zone performance, will aim to pressure Pittsburgh's offense.

Atlanta's quarterback Tua Tagovailoa will lead the Falcons, as Michael Penix Jr. will not participate. Tagovailoa's preseason performance included completing 10 of 13 passes for 117 yards, though he also had issues with fumbles. The Falcons will rely on Jessie Bates III in their secondary to counter Pittsburgh's veteran passing attack, which features Aaron Rodgers. Pittsburgh's run game could exploit Atlanta's defensive vulnerabilities, as the Falcons allowed 4.6 yards per carry last season.