NFL schedule leaks: Steelers rumored to have Christmas game vs. NFC South team
According to a new NFL schedule rumor, the Pittsburgh Steelers will reportedly face an NFC South opponent on Christmas Day.
A new NFL schedule leak ahead of the official release indicates that the Pittsburgh Steelers will be spending Christmas Day facing off against an NFC South opponent. According to 93. 7 The Fan, the Steelers are rumored to face the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 16 on Christmas Day ā adding some of the Black and Gold brand of football to holiday festivities.
Ready for another Christmas Day Steelers game? There's a rumor they'll be playing in Tampa. pic.
twitter. com/SJCkoo3ZYt ā 93. 7 The Fan (@937theFan) May 13, 2026 Since 2016, the Steelers have won two out of three Christmas Day games, losing their most recent matchup to the Kansas City Chiefs in 2024.
The Buccaneers are a perfect Christmas opponent for the Steelers, as Pittsburgh's 2025 team MVP Kenneth Gainwell and All-Pro special teamer Miles Killebrew jumped ship in free agency, following former special teams coordinator Danny Smith to Tampa Bay this offseason. Looking for more 2026 Steelers schedule leaks? We at Steelers Wire have created a live tracker that fans can use to keep up with all the latest rumors and news surrounding this upcoming season.