The New England Patriots will try to even their record when they host the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 2 of the NFL season on Sunday, Sept. 20. Kickoff is set for 1 p.m. ET at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough.
The matchup brings together two teams coming off very different season openers. New England dropped its first game on Sept. 9, falling 13-10 at the Seattle Seahawks. Pittsburgh, meanwhile, opened with a win against the Atlanta Falcons.
Week 1 Left the Patriots Searching for Answers
New England’s 13-10 loss in Seattle was defined in part by turnovers. Quarterback Drake Maye threw multiple interceptions in the game, an issue the Patriots will need to clean up before facing a Steelers defense in Week 2.
The Steelers arrive at Gillette Stadium with early momentum after their Week 1 victory over Atlanta. Pittsburgh will look to carry that form into a road environment that has historically been difficult for visitors.
A Recent Shift in a Long-Running Series
Patriots-Steelers matchups once carried a different flavor. During the 2010s, the rivalry was headlined by Tom Brady under center for New England and Ben Roethlisberger at quarterback for Pittsburgh, a pairing that produced some of the most memorable games between the franchises.
More recently, the series has taken a turn. Pittsburgh beat New England last year, marking the Steelers’ first win over the Patriots since 2018.
This year’s meeting adds another storyline: Aaron Rodgers is now the Steelers’ quarterback. Rodgers holds a 4-3 career record against the Patriots.
Ticket Prices and Availability on StubHub
Fans looking to attend the game can purchase Patriots vs. Steelers tickets through StubHub. Listings for the Sept. 20 game start at $176 and reach as high as $5,944, depending on seat location and demand.
StubHub allows buyers to filter listings by date, price, section and quantity, which can help narrow down options quickly. The platform also displays delivery and entry details before checkout, and listings update as inventory changes.
Tips for Finding Better Value
Buyers comparing seats may benefit from filtering for the cheapest options versus the best value, since the two are not always the same. It can also pay to consider alternate sections. For example, upper center seats and lower corner seats offer different perspectives and price points, and comparing them side by side can reveal a better fit.
Timing matters as well. Buying early typically gives the best selection of seats. Waiting until closer to game day may offer better prices, but the tradeoff is less inventory to choose from.
Day-of-Game Checklist
Before heading to Gillette Stadium, confirm delivery and entry instructions for your tickets. It is also worth checking the venue’s bag policy and arriving early to allow time for security screening. Planning parking or transit in advance, and noting the posted start time, can help make the day run more smoothly.
What Comes Next for New England
The Steelers game is the first of two straight home dates for the Patriots. After hosting Pittsburgh on Sept. 20, New England stays at Gillette Stadium to face the Raiders on Oct. 11 in Week 5.
Before that, the Patriots travel to face the Jaguars on Sept. 27 in Week 3 and the Bills on Oct. 4 in Week 4. After the Raiders game, New England hosts the Jets on Oct. 18 in Week 6.
The road schedule then picks up. New England visits the Bears on Oct. 22 at 8:15 p.m. and the Dolphins on Nov. 1 at 4:25 p.m. The Patriots return home to face the Packers on Nov. 8 at 4:25 p.m. before playing the Lions in Germany on Nov. 15 at 9:30 a.m.
Week 11 is a bye for New England. The team then heads to the Chargers on Nov. 29 at 8:20 p.m. December opens with a home game against the Bills on Dec. 6 at 4:25 p.m., followed by a visit from the Vikings on Dec. 10 at 8:15 p.m.
The final stretch includes trips to the Chiefs on Dec. 21 at 8:15 p.m. and the Jets on Dec. 27 at 1 p.m. New England closes the regular season with games against the Broncos and Dolphins in Weeks 17 and 18, both with dates and times still to be determined.
Quick Reference
- Matchup: New England Patriots vs. Pittsburgh Steelers
- Date: Sunday, Sept. 20
- Kickoff: 1 p.m. ET
- Venue: Gillette Stadium, Foxborough
- Tickets: Available on StubHub, starting at $176 and reaching $5,944
