NFL approves major change for international games: What it could mean for Steelers
The NFL has approved a major change to international games moving forward, and it could impact the Pittsburgh Steelers in the near future.
The Pittsburgh Steelers will enjoy a second-straight international game this upcoming season, which may become part of the new norm following a major schedule change approved by the NFL. According to multiple reports, the NFL has announced that the cap on international games has increased from eight to 10, excluding a Jaguars game at Wembley Stadium in London, which could bring the total number of games to 11 in a season. The NFL can now stage up to 11 international games in 2027 after owners approved the expanded slate today, inching closer to their previously stated goal of 16 international games each season (1 game per team each season) Another key change to come from today: teams will no… — NFL Nerd (@NerdingonNFL) May 19, 2026 Additionally, another rule was passed in which teams can no longer block specific home games from being played internationally, which reportedly played into the Steelers ' 2026 schedule twice with the Jacksonville Jaguars and New Orleans Saints .
In Steelers history, the team has played in two international games, one in London, England, and one in Dublin, Ireland, both of which were against the Minnesota Vikings. In 2026, the Steelers are set to face the Saints in the NFL's first-ever game in Paris, France. Looking toward the Steelers' potential 2027 international slate, there are a few possibilities that could come to fruition next year thanks to this new change — such as a matchup against the San Francisco 49ers in Mexico or another Black and Gold home game in Ireland.
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