Overview

• Kickoff is 1 p.m. ET at MetLife Stadium on CBS, with multiple live-streaming options available.
• Aaron Rodgers makes his first start for Pittsburgh against his former team, with The Athletic’s Dianna Russini reporting he looked refreshed in a strong training camp.
• Justin Fields starts for New York after a 2024 stint in Pittsburgh, and Steelers coaches emphasized containing his rushing; cornerback Brandin Echols said they aim to force him to “play quarterback,” per Newsweek.
• Cameron Heyward agreed to a revised contract and is active, while rookie defensive lineman Derrick Harmon is out with an MCL knee injury.
• The Jets have reportedly lost guard Alijah Vera-Tucker for the season to a torn tricep, and sportsbooks list the Steelers as slight favorites (e.g., PIT -2.5).