Steelers vs Jets – Week 1 Game Information
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1. Game Schedule
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Date & Time: Sunday, September 7, 2025, 1:00 PM EDT
Location: MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, New Jersey
Event: Week 1 – Regular Season Opener for the Steelers
Broadcast: CBS (KDKA-TV Channel 2 in Pittsburgh) | Radio: WDVE 102.5 FM & WBGG 970 AM
2. Game Preview
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Steelers: Projected record 10-7, led by QB Russell Wilson and a defense built to dominate.
Jets: Projected record 9-8, hoping Aaron Rodgers delivers in his return.
Head-to-Head History: Steelers lead the all-time series 19-14.
FanDuel Odds: Steelers are 3-point favorites.
3. Traveling from Pittsburgh
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By Car: ~350 miles, 5–6 hours. Parking at Lots A–G ($40–$60). Arrive by 10:00 AM for tailgating.
By Plane: PIT → Newark (EWR), 1-hour flight. Taxi/Uber from airport (30–45 mins).
By Train/Bus: Amtrak or Greyhound (7–9 hours) to Penn Station or Port Authority NYC, then NJ Transit to the stadium.
4. Tickets
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Price Range: $150–$300 (upper levels ~ $150; lower levels & VIP $400+).
Where to Buy: steelers.com/tickets, TicketMaster, SeatGeek, Vivid Seats.
Steelers Fans Section: Sections 300–400 (upper level) or Section 100 (visitors’ sideline).
5. How to Watch From Home
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TV: CBS (KDKA-TV in Pittsburgh).
Streaming: Paramount+, NFL+, YouTube TV, FuboTV.
Radio: WDVE 102.5 FM & WBGG 970 AM.
Steelers Bars in Pittsburgh: Primanti Bros. (North Shore), The Yard (Shadyside).
6. MetLife Stadium Experience
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Capacity: 82,500 seats.
Atmosphere: Jets fans (“Gang Green”) bring the noise, but Steelers Nation always travels strong — don’t forget your Terrible Towel.
Amenities: Clear bag policy, free Wi-Fi, wide range of food and drink vendors.
7. Tailgating
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Begins at 9:00 AM in the parking lots.
Steelers Nation usually gathers in Lot E or F.
Bring pierogies, Primanti Bros. sandwiches, and Iron City Beer to rep Pittsburgh in New Jersey.
📌 Final Note:
This opener sets the tone for the entire season. Rodgers vs. Wilson. Terrible Towels vs. Gang Green. Expect fireworks when these two collide at MetLife Stadium.
Here We Go, Steelers! 🖤💛
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