Pittsburgh Steelers 2025 full schedule: international debut, AFC North drama, and holiday spotlight

Yinz ready for some football? The wait is over. The Pittsburgh Steelers’ full 2025 NFL schedule is here, and it’s packed with high-stakes action, historic firsts, and classic rivalries.

With a game in Ireland, a trio of primetime showcases, and a rugged AFC North gauntlet, the Black and Gold are poised for a headline-worthy campaign.

Dublin calling: Steelers make Irish history

For the first time in franchise history, the Steelers will play a regular season game abroad—but not in London. Instead, Pittsburgh will host the Colts in Dublin, Ireland at Aviva Stadium:

• Week 6: vs. Colts — Sun, Oct. 5, 9:30 AM EST (NFL Network)

“My grandfather came to Pittsburgh from County Cork in the 1950s, so bringing these two worlds together – Irish heritage and Steelers football – is something special for our whole family,” said fan Patrick O’Connor.

This matchup headlines the NFL’s expanded global series featuring seven international games in 2025.

Divisional grudge matches: AFC North battles

The path through the AFC North remains as physical and dramatic as ever:

• Week 3: at Bengals — Sept. 21, 1:00 PM (CBS)
• Week 7: vs. Browns — Oct. 19, 1:00 PM (CBS)
• Week 11: vs. Ravens — Nov. 16, 1:00 PM (CBS)
• Week 14: at Browns — Dec. 7, 1:00 PM (CBS)
• Week 16: vs. Bengals — Dec. 21, 1:00 PM (CBS)
• Week 18: at Ravens — Jan. 4, TBD

“Those Baltimore games just hit different,” said Steelers reporter Bob Labriol. Expect the Week 18 finale to hold playoff implications.

Acrisure atmosphere: the home slate

Excluding the Ireland matchup (technically a “home” game), Steelers fans will enjoy seven games at Acrisure Stadium:

• Week 1: vs. Patriots — Sept. 7, 1:00 PM (CBS)
• Week 5: vs. Bills — Oct. 5, 8:20 PM (NBC)
• Week 7: vs. Browns — Oct. 19, 1:00 PM (CBS)
• Week 10: vs. Commanders — Nov. 10, 8:15 PM (ESPN)
• Week 11: vs. Ravens — Nov. 16, 1:00 PM (CBS)
• Week 15: vs. Raiders — Dec. 14, 1:00 PM (CBS)
• Week 16: vs. Bengals — Dec. 21, 1:00 PM (CBS)

That Week 5 Sunday Night Football clash with Buffalo could serve as an early-season measuring stick between two AFC contenders.

Road warriors: away game opportunities

Steelers fans looking to travel have plenty of compelling destinations:

• Week 2: at Cowboys — Sept. 14, 4:25 PM (CBS)
• Week 3: at Bengals — Sept. 21, 1:00 PM (CBS)
• Week 6: at Eagles — Oct. 12, 4:25 PM (CBS)
• Week 8: at Texans — Oct. 26, 1:00 PM (CBS)
• Week 12: at Broncos — Nov. 23, 4:05 PM (CBS)
• Week 14: at Browns — Dec. 7, 1:00 PM (CBS)
• Week 17: at Jets — Dec. 28, 1:00 PM (CBS)
• Week 18: at Ravens — Jan. 4, TBD

The Week 2 trip to Dallas revives Super Bowl nostalgia, while Week 6 at Philadelphia stokes Keystone State rivalry flames.

Primetime presence: national TV showcases

Steelers fans get three primetime games under the lights:

• Week 5: vs. Bills — Sun, Oct. 5, 8:20 PM (NBC)
• Week 10: vs. Commanders — Mon, Nov. 10, 8:15 PM (ESPN)
• Week 13: at Saints — Thurs, Nov. 27, 8:20 PM (NBC) — Thanksgiving Night

This Thanksgiving game in New Orleans marks Pittsburgh’s first Turkey Day appearance since 2016.

Breather and balance: bye week and schedule flow

The Steelers’ bye falls in Week 9 (Oct. 27–Nov. 2), right between road games in Houston and a Monday Night Football contest at home.

The schedule starts road-heavy (3 of first 4 away), but post-bye, the Steelers enjoy three of four at home, including back-to-back rivalry games in November.

Digital organization: never miss kickoff

With kickoff times scattered and multiple broadcast partners involved, staying on top of it all can be tough. YourSportsCalendar.com makes it easy:

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Steel statistics: schedule breakdown by the numbers

• 3 primetime games: SNF, MNF, Thanksgiving
• 1 international game: NFL’s first in Ireland
• 9 early (1:00 PM) kickoffs
• 8 games on CBS, Steelers’ broadcast home
• 6 indoor/dome games: Ireland, Dallas, Houston, New Orleans, 2 at Cincinnati

Fan fervor: Steeler Nation reacts

The Ireland game has fans buzzing:

“Our group has 36 confirmed for Dublin. We’re treating it like a once-in-a-lifetime Super Bowl,” said Carol Wojciechowski of the Eastern Ohio fan club.

“Browns and Ravens in mid-November? That’s Pittsburgh football weather,” added Tom Fratangelo, longtime South Side resident.

Steel yourself: mark your calendar now

From the home opener vs. New England, to the Ireland showdown, to the Week 18 battle in Baltimore, every game in 2025 offers a new chapter in Steelers lore.

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Which games are you circling, Steeler Nation? Drop your thoughts in the comments and let the 2025 journey begin.