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Steelers vs. Patriots: Clash of Struggling Teams Awaits

9/18/2025

Summary

Story summary

The Pittsburgh Steelers (1-1) will play the New England Patriots (1-1) at Gillette Stadium on September 21, 2025.
The Steelers lost 31-17 to the Seattle Seahawks, while the Patriots won 33-27 against the Miami Dolphins.
Pittsburgh is favored by 1.5 points but has low rankings in offense and defense.
The Patriots seek their first home win since 2023, having lost 27 home games since 2020.
The matchup features a history of close games, with the Steelers aiming for their first win in Foxboro since 2008.

History

Historical Context

The rivalry between the Pittsburgh Steelers and New England Patriots intensified in the late 1990s, highlighted by the Patriots' 28-3 victory in the 1996 AFC Divisional Round. The Steelers broke a 15-game winning streak against the Patriots with a 33-10 win in 2008. Since 2020, the Patriots have struggled at home, losing 27 games, impacting their playoff aspirations.

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Story summary

The Pittsburgh Steelers (1-1) will play the New England Patriots (1-1) at Gillette Stadium on September 21, 2025.
The Steelers lost 31-17 to the Seattle Seahawks, while the Patriots won 33-27 against the Miami Dolphins.
Pittsburgh is favored by 1.5 points but has low rankings in offense and defense.
The Patriots seek their first home win since 2023, having lost 27 home games since 2020.
The matchup features a history of close games, with the Steelers aiming for their first win in Foxboro since 2008.

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