Rico Dowdle stymied by Atlanta in his Pittsburgh debut
Rico Dowdle managed only 21 total yards on 10 touches in Week 1 while also ceding 15 touches to Jaylen Warren.
On September 8, 2024, in Atlanta, Georgia, the Pittsburgh Steelers faced off against the Atlanta Falcons in a Week 1 matchup. The Steelers emerged victorious, defeating the Falcons with a score of 18-10. This game marked the Steelers' opening of the 2026 season, as they took to the field at home against the Falcons at 1 p.m. EST on Sunday.
The game was broadcast nationally on Fox, with additional viewing and listening options available on Steelers.com. This week, both teams entered the game with a 0-0 record, providing a fresh start and an opportunity to establish their tone for the 2026 season. For Pittsburgh, quarterback Aaron Rodgers would be making his season debut, having missed the Steelers' preseason games.
Meanwhile, for Atlanta, Tua Tagovailoa would be starting at quarterback, replacing Michael Penix Jr., who was recovering from a season-ending injury the previous year, though he had recently been cleared to practice. While the Steelers had previously triumphed over the Falcons in a season opener back in 2024, this time around, they were looking to secure a more comprehensive victory, hoping for a touchdown or two in addition to field goals.
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