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Steelers vs. Falcons: Week 1 game chat

The Steelers’ opening win under new coach Mike McCarthy sparks NFL Week 1 buzz.

By · Published September 13, 2026  22:26 UTC · Updated September 16, 2026  00:25 UTC

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The Steelers defeated the injury‑laden Falcons 20‑13, with T.J. Watt’s late pick‑6 and overall play highlighted as a key factor and earning him Player of the Week honors.

Mike McCarthy received a game ball from Aaron Rodgers, marking his first win as the Steelers’ head coach.

Epilogue added 43d ago, after coverage quieted.

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  • Primary Driver: The Steelers’ opening win under new coach Mike McCarthy sparks NFL Week 1 buzz.
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The Pittsburgh Steelers defeated the Atlanta Falcons in the NFL’s Week 1 opener on September 13, 2026, delivering a decisive start to the regular season. The win comes as the first victory for newly appointed head coach Mike McCarthy, whose debut has drawn immediate attention from fans and analysts.

The game, broadcast in the evening, marks the beginning of the Steelers’ campaign under McCarthy’s leadership.\n\nPennLive.com reports that McCarthy received a game ball on the field, a symbolic acknowledgment of his immediate impact. CBS News detailed the channel lineup and streaming platforms, guiding viewers on accessing the live feed across cable and digital services.\n\nBehind the Steel Curtain runs a live game‑chat thread that continues to dissect play‑calling and individual effort, indicating that analysis of the win is still unfolding.

The live chat also fields questions from fans about defensive schemes and offensive adjustments, showing that discussion will extend beyond the final whistle. The coverage does not yet address how this opening result will shape the Steelers’ season trajectory.

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Questions people are asking

Who is the new head coach credited with the Steelers' win?

Mike McCarthy.

Which player was named Player of the Week after the game?

T.J. Watt.

Where can fans find instructions to watch the game live?

CBS News provided a guide on how to watch the Steelers vs. Falcons game.

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