Steelers GameDay Cheat Sheet: Week 7 at New Orleans Saints
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Pittsburgh Steelers (4-2) vs. New Orleans Saints (2-4)
The Pittsburgh Steelers are heading overseas this week, preparing to face the New Orleans Saints in the NFL’s first regular-season game in Paris, France. Sunday’s matchup at Stade de France will be a historic occasion for both franchises, but Pittsburgh has more on its mind than sightseeing as it looks to extend its winning streak to three games.
The Steelers improved to 4-2 following a dramatic 26-19 overtime victory against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Aaron Rodgers threw two touchdown passes, while rookie Germie Bernard continued his emergence with 11 receptions for 87 yards and his first NFL touchdown. Defensively, Pittsburgh received several timely contributions, including interceptions from Jamel Dean and Daylen Everette, two sacks from Nick Herbig, and Jalen Ramsey‘s game-clinching sack in overtime.
New Orleans enters Sunday’s contest with a 2-4 record, but the Saints have been considerably more productive offensively than their record suggests. Quarterback Tyler Shough has thrown 12 touchdown passes through six games, while wide receiver Chris Olave ranks among the NFL’s leading receivers with 580 yards. The Saints are also converting 42.5% of their third-down opportunities and have scored touchdowns on an impressive 84.2% of their red-zone possessions.
However, New Orleans has struggled defensively, allowing 29.7 points and 377.7 yards per game. Those numbers could create opportunities for Jaylen Warren and Pittsburgh’s offense, provided the Steelers can overcome the slow starts and third-down struggles that have followed them throughout the season.
This preview breaks down the key stats and notes for Sunday’s matchup, along with where you can watch and listen to the game.
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Series History
- All-Time: Saints lead, 9-8 – Last: Steelers Win, 20-10 (Nov. 13, 2022)
- Regular Season: Saints lead, 9-8
- Steelers Home: Steelers lead, 4-3 – Last: Steelers Win, 20-10 (Nov. 13, 2022)
- Steelers Away: Saints lead, 6-4 – Last: Saints Win, 31-28 (Dec. 23, 2018)
- Neutral Site: First meeting between the franchises at a neutral site
- Playoffs: The teams have never met in the postseason.
Series Notes
- Sunday’s game will mark the 18th regular-season meeting between Pittsburgh and New Orleans.
- The Saints hold a one-game advantage in the all-time series, leading 9-8.
- Pittsburgh won the most recent meeting, defeating New Orleans 20-10 at Acrisure Stadium on November 13, 2022.
- The Saints won three consecutive meetings between 2010 and 2018 before Pittsburgh snapped that streak in 2022.
- The winning team has scored at least 31 points in five of the last seven meetings.
- The Steelers have faced New Orleans just 13 times since the 1970 AFL-NFL merger, tied for the fifth-fewest meetings against any opponent during that span.
- Sunday’s game will be the first neutral-site meeting between the franchises and the first NFL regular-season game played in Paris, France.
- Willie Parker rushed for 213 yards and two touchdowns against New Orleans in 2006, including runs of 76 and 72 yards.
- Ben Roethlisberger threw for a series-high 435 yards against the Saints in 2014.
- Antonio Brown recorded 14 receptions for 185 yards against New Orleans in 2018.
The Coaches
Steelers – Mike McCarthy
- At Franchise: 4-2 (1st season)
- Overall: 178-114-2 (19th season)
- vs. Saints: 3-5
Saints – Kellen Moore
- At Franchise: 8-15 (2nd season)
- Overall: 8-15 (2nd season)
- vs. Steelers: 0-0
Gameday Information
- Date: Sunday, October 25, 2026
- Time: 9:30 AM ET (2:30 PM local time in Paris)
- Location: Stade de France | Saint-Denis, France
- Surface: Natural Grass
- Capacity: 81,338
- TV: NFL Network | Locally WTAE-TV
Dave Pasch (play-by-play), Kurt Warner (analysis), Jason Kelce (analysis), Molly McGrath (field reporter)
- Steelers Audio Network: 102.5 WDVE-FM (Pittsburgh) & 970 WBGG-AM (Pittsburgh) plus affiliates
Rob King (play-by-play), Max Starks (analysis), Missi Matthews (field reporter)
- National Radio: Westwood One Sports
Oliver Wilson (play-by-play), Christian Scotland-Williamson (analysis)
- Satellite Radio: Steelers SiriusXM Broadcast | Saints SiriusXM Broadcast
- Saints: Sirius 176, XM/SXM 194, Internet 822
- Steelers: Sirius 175, XM/SXM 263, Internet 826
- Referee: Bill Vinovich
- Vegas: Steelers -3.5 | Over/Under 44.5
SCU Pregame and Postgame Shows
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Pregame: Steelers take their winning streak to Paris
The Pittsburgh Steelers are heading overseas for a historic matchup with the New Orleans Saints, looking to extend their winning streak to three games and improve to 5-2 on the season.
In this week’s Steel City Underground game preview, we break down Pittsburgh’s recent victories over Indianapolis and Tampa Bay, including the emergence of Germie Bernard, the continued production of Jaylen Warren, and the defensive contributions of Nick Herbig and Jalen Ramsey.
We also take a closer look at a Saints team that has struggled to win games despite boasting an efficient offense led by Tyler Shough, Chris Olave and Alvin Kamara. Can Pittsburgh take advantage of New Orleans’ struggling defense, or will the Saints’ offensive weapons create problems for Patrick Graham‘s unit?
Plus, we discuss the challenges of international travel, Pittsburgh’s latest injury concerns, the possibility of DeShon Elliott returning, our Steelers to Watch, keys to victory and predictions for Sunday’s game in Paris.
The Steel City Underground Podcast can be found on:
SCU Steelers News & Notes
Game Stats and Notes
Team Comparison
|
PIT |
NO |
| Points Scored/Game |
22.8 |
25.3 |
| Total Offense/Game |
320.5 |
321.5 |
| Pass Yards/Game |
221.3 |
224.2 |
| Rush Yards/Game |
99.2 |
97.3 |
| Sacks Allowed |
19 |
13 |
| Third Down % |
32.9% |
42.5% |
| Red Zone TD % |
53.3% |
84.2% |
| Points Allowed/Game |
21.3 |
29.7 |
| Total Defense/Game |
307.5 |
377.7 |
| Pass Yards Allowed/Game |
204.3 |
239.7 |
| Rush Yards Allowed/Game |
103.2 |
138.0 |
| Defensive Sacks |
16 |
15 |
| Interceptions |
6 |
4 |
| Takeaways |
10 |
9 |
| Giveaways |
7 |
12 |
| Turnover Margin |
+3 |
-3 |
| Time of Possession |
31:33 |
29:34 |
Statistics through Week 6 of the 2026 NFL regular season.
Team Leaders
Steelers Leaders
- Aaron Rodgers: 143/233, 1,487 passing yards, 12 TD, 5 INT, 88.0 passer rating
- Jaylen Warren: 84 carries, 460 rushing yards, 1 TD; 21 receptions, 258 receiving yards, 1 TD; 718 scrimmage yards
- DK Metcalf: 30 receptions, 318 receiving yards, 1 TD
- Germie Bernard: 24 receptions, 227 receiving yards, 1 TD
- T.J. Watt: 4.5 sacks, 6 tackles for loss
- Alex Highsmith: 3 sacks, 5 tackles for loss
- Jamel Dean: 1 interception, 8 passes defensed
- Daylen Everette: 1 interception, 5 passes defensed
- Cameron Johnston: 26 punts, 49.5-yard gross average, 44.2-yard net average
- Chris Boswell: 13/17 field goals, 12/12 extra points, 51 points
Saints Leaders
- Tyler Shough: 153/235, 1,443 passing yards, 12 TD, 5 INT, 90.1 passer rating
- Chris Olave: 43 receptions, 580 receiving yards, 2 TD
- Devaughn Vele: 28 receptions, 294 receiving yards, 2 TD
- Juwan Johnson: 25 receptions, 248 receiving yards, 3 TD
- Chase Young: 5.5 sacks, 3 tackles for loss
- Carl Granderson: 4 sacks, 4 tackles for loss
- Martin Emerson: 2 interceptions, 4 passes defensed
- Julian Blackmon: 2 interceptions, 2 passes defensed
- Ryan Wright: 25 punts, 46.4-yard gross average, 39.8-yard net average
- Daniel Carlson: 7/10 field goals, 15/17 extra points, 36 points
Steelers Notes
- QB Aaron Rodgers completed 33 of 49 passes for 253 yards and two touchdowns against Tampa Bay. Rodgers surpassed Peyton Manning for the fourth-most games with a touchdown pass, including the postseason, in NFL history. He has thrown multiple touchdown passes in four consecutive games and has recorded at least 200 passing yards and a touchdown pass in each of his three international starts.
- RB Jaylen Warren recorded 78 scrimmage yards against Tampa Bay, including 50 rushing yards and 28 receiving yards. Warren has accumulated at least 70 scrimmage yards in seven consecutive games and has surpassed 125 scrimmage yards in three of his last four contests.
- WR DK Metcalf caught 11 passes for a team-high 93 yards against Tampa Bay. Metcalf has recorded at least 90 receiving yards in each of his previous two road games. He caught five passes for 88 yards and a touchdown in his most recent meeting with New Orleans while playing for Seattle.
- WR Germie Bernard recorded 11 receptions for 87 yards and his first NFL touchdown against Tampa Bay. Bernard ranks second among NFL rookies with 24 receptions and third with 227 receiving yards. He has recorded at least 80 receiving yards in consecutive games.
- TE Darnell Washington caught a touchdown pass against Tampa Bay and has scored in two of Pittsburgh’s last three games.
- LB T.J. Watt has recorded 119.5 sacks since entering the NFL in 2017, the second-most in the league during that span. Watt has recorded a tackle for loss in five of his last six road games.
- LB Patrick Queen has recorded at least five tackles in three of his last four games. Queen finished with five tackles and a pass defensed in his only previous career matchup against New Orleans while playing for Baltimore.
- LB Payton Wilson led Pittsburgh with 11 tackles against Tampa Bay. Wilson has recorded double-digit tackles in consecutive games and has a tackle for loss in two of his last three road contests.
- LB Nick Herbig recorded five tackles, three tackles for loss and two sacks against Tampa Bay. Herbig has registered at least three tackles for loss in two of his last three road games.
- CB Jalen Ramsey recorded 10 tackles, four tackles for loss and two sacks against Tampa Bay, becoming the first defensive back since 2000 to accomplish all three marks in a single game.
- CB Jamel Dean recorded a career-high six passes defensed and an interception against his former team, Tampa Bay. Dean has recorded a pass defensed in three consecutive games.
- CB Daylen Everette recorded an interception against Tampa Bay, providing another important contribution from Pittsburgh’s rookie class.
Saints Notes
- QB Tyler Shough threw for 144 yards and three touchdowns against the New York Giants in Week 6, posting a 99.9 passer rating. Shough also rushed for 32 yards and a touchdown. He has thrown a touchdown pass in nine of his last 10 games and ranks fourth among NFL quarterbacks with 153 completions this season.
- RB Alvin Kamara recorded 69 scrimmage yards and a receiving touchdown in Week 6. Kamara has accumulated 7,370 rushing yards and 5,024 receiving yards since entering the NFL in 2017, becoming one of only six players in league history to surpass 5,000 yards in both categories.
- RB Kendre Miller led New Orleans with 70 rushing yards in Week 6.
- WR Chris Olave caught a touchdown pass in Week 6. Olave ranks second in the NFL with 580 receiving yards and fourth with 43 receptions this season.
- WR Bryce Lance recorded the first touchdown reception of his NFL career in Week 6.
- TE Juwan Johnson is tied for fifth among NFL tight ends with three touchdown receptions this season. Johnson also caught a touchdown pass in his last meeting with Pittsburgh.
- EDGE Chase Young recorded 1.5 sacks and a pass defensed in Week 6. Young has recorded at least half a sack in consecutive games and is tied for third in the NFL with 5.5 sacks this season.
- EDGE Carl Granderson recorded five tackles and 1.5 sacks in Week 6. Granderson has recorded 1.5 sacks in consecutive games.
- LB Pete Werner led New Orleans with 11 tackles, a sack and a pass defensed in Week 6. Werner has recorded at least 10 tackles in consecutive games.
- CB Quincy Riley recorded a season-high six tackles, a tackle for loss and a pass defensed in Week 6.
- CB Martin Emerson recorded seven tackles, four passes defensed and two interceptions in Week 6. Emerson became the first player since 2023 to record at least two interceptions and four passes defensed in a single game.
- S Jonas Sanker recorded a pass defensed in Week 6 and has finished with at least six tackles in three of his last four games.
- S Julian Blackmon recorded his second interception of the season in Week 6. Blackmon has recorded at least five tackles in two of his last three games.
Steelers Broadcasts
Steelers TV Coverage
This week’s Steelers-Saints game will be televised nationally on NFL Network, with local coverage available on WTAE-TV in Pittsburgh. Kickoff is scheduled for 9:30 a.m. Eastern.
Unlike a typical Sunday afternoon game broadcast regionally on CBS or FOX, this international matchup will air nationally on NFL Network.
Viewers should check their television provider or streaming service for NFL Network availability.
Steelers fans in the Pittsburgh television market can also watch the game locally on WTAE-TV.
Other NFL Broadcast Information
- Thursday Night Football games are exclusive to Amazon Prime Video.
- Sunday Night Football games are nationally televised on NBC and stream on Peacock.
- Monday Night Football games are televised on ESPN, with select simulcasts on ABC.
- International and holiday games may air on NFL Network or other designated platforms.
Steelers Radio Coverage
For those who enjoy listening to the game on radio, you can hear Steelers games on the following terrestrial stations, as well as on the Steelers website and app (in-market only) and nationwide with specific SiriusXM radio packages.
Flagship Stations
- WDVE-FM (102.5)
- WBGG-AM (970)
Pennsylvania Affiliates
- Altoona-WVAM (1430)
- Altoona-WRKY (104.9)
- Beaver Falls-WBVP (1230)
- Beaver Falls-WMBA (1460)
- Bedford-WBVE (107.5)
- Butler-WISR (680)
- Chambersburg-WCHA (800)
- Clarendon-WKNB (104.3)
- Clarion-WCCR (92.7)
- Cooperstown-WUUZ (92.7)
- DuBois-WIFT (102.1)
- DuBois-WKFT (101.3)
- Erie-WRKT (104.9)
- Johnstown-WNTJ (1490)
- Johnstown-WRKW (99.1)
- Latrobe-WCNS (1480)
- Milton-WVLY (100.9)
- Saegertown-WUZZ (104.3)
- Somerset-WNTI (990)
- Starview-WONN (92.7)
- State College-WQWK (1450)
- Uniontown-WMBS (590)
- Washington-WJPA (1450)
- Williamsport-WCXR (99.3)
- Williamsport-WZXR (103.7)
Maryland Affiliates
- Cumberland-WRQE (106.1)
- Hagerstown-WHAG (1410)
Ohio Affiliates
- Fremont-WOHF (92.1)
- Marietta-WJAW (630)
- Youngstown-WNIO (1390)
Virginia Affiliates
West Virginia Affiliates
- Fairmont-WRLF (94.3)
- Fairmont-WMMN (920)
- New Martinsville-WXCR (92.3)
2026 Pittsburgh Steelers Schedule
| Week |
Date |
Opponent |
Location |
Time/Result |
TV |
| 1 |
Sun, Sep 13 |
vs Atlanta Falcons |
Acrisure Stadium |
W, 20-13 |
FOX |
| 2 |
Sun, Sep 20 |
@ New England Patriots |
Gillette Stadium |
L, 3-20 |
CBS |
| 3 |
Sun, Sep 27 |
vs Cincinnati Bengals |
Acrisure Stadium |
W, 30-27 |
CBS |
| 4 |
Thu, Oct 1 |
@ Cleveland Browns |
Huntington Bank Field |
L, 24-27 |
Prime Video |
| 5 |
Sun, Oct 11 |
vs Indianapolis Colts |
Acrisure Stadium |
W, 34-22 |
CBS |
| 6 |
Sun, Oct 18 |
@ Tampa Bay Buccaneers |
Raymond James Stadium |
W, 26-19 (OT) |
CBS |
| 7 |
Sun, Oct 25 |
vs New Orleans Saints |
Stade de France |
9:30 AM |
NFL Network |
| 8 |
Sun, Nov 1 |
vs Cleveland Browns |
Acrisure Stadium |
1:00 PM |
CBS |
| 9 |
– |
BYE WEEK |
– |
– |
– |
| 10 |
Sun, Nov 15 |
@ Cincinnati Bengals |
Paycor Stadium |
8:20 PM |
NBC |
| 11 |
Sun, Nov 22 |
@ Philadelphia Eagles |
Lincoln Financial Field |
4:25 PM |
CBS |
| 12 |
Fri, Nov 27 |
vs Denver Broncos |
Acrisure Stadium |
3:00 PM |
Prime Video |
| 13 |
Sun, Dec 6 |
vs Houston Texans |
Acrisure Stadium |
8:20 PM |
NBC |
| 14 |
Mon, Dec 14 |
@ Jacksonville Jaguars |
EverBank Stadium |
8:15 PM |
ESPN |
| 15 |
Sun, Dec 20 |
vs Baltimore Ravens |
Acrisure Stadium |
1:00 PM |
CBS |
| 16 |
TBD |
vs Carolina Panthers |
Acrisure Stadium |
TBD |
TBD |
| 17 |
Sun, Jan 3 |
@ Tennessee Titans |
Nissan Stadium |
1:00 PM |
CBS |
| 18 |
TBD |
@ Baltimore Ravens |
M&T Bank Stadium |
TBD |
TBD |
Note: All times Eastern. Schedule subject to change due to flexible scheduling.
Statistics and game information courtesy of the Pittsburgh Steelers and/or National Football League.
