Honoring the past: The Steelers will wear their throwback jerseys this week when they host the New York Jets tonight at Acrisure Stadium, a game where the team will honor the 50th Anniversary of Super Bowl IX.
"As we approach the 50th Anniversary of Super Bowl IX we think it is a good time to celebrate the team that ushered in an era of great success," said Steelers President Art Rooney II. "We're excited about being able to celebrate that pivotal time in Steelers history and honor the team that started it all."
The jerseys feature block numbers and letters on the traditional black jersey, a nod to the same jersey the team wore in the 1970s, including the 1974 season when the Steelers won Super Bowl IX, their first of four championships in the decade. The players will also have a unique twist this year and wear gray facemasks on their helmets as well, the same color they wore in 1974.
"Something that is so important being a Steeler is the legacy that comes with being a Steeler," said special teams captain Miles Killebrew. "We are always talking about the history of this team and the past. And Coach (Mike) Tomlin does a great job of bringing guys back, legacy players who have been here. We see guys who have been on some of those teams, and we respect them. Their pictures are up. The trophies are up.
"We are always reminded of the history that is the Pittsburgh Steelers, that culture of winning. To be able to put on those jerseys is another physical reminder of the shoulders of the giants that we stand on."
In addition, the jersey will have a commemorative patch honoring the 50th Anniversary of Super Bowl IX, with the team's Super Bowl IX ring part of the design.
The Steelers will honor the Super Bowl IX team at halftime of the game.
This will be the fifth time the team has worn this particular throwback jersey, previously doing so in 2018, 2019, 2022 and 2023.
"It'll be cool to just be wearing history and to honor them," said receiver Calvin Austin III. "It's something that we strive for and is our ultimate goal. So, to be able to put on the uniform that they wore, and they look pretty cool as well. That'll be fun to play in them and hopefully get a big win."
In 2018, the Steelers defeated the Cleveland Browns, 33-18, while wearing the jersey. They defeated the Los Angeles Rams, 17-12, while wearing the jersey in 2019.
In 2022, the Steelers defeated the Las Vegas Raiders, 13-10, on Christmas Eve while wearing the jerseys and celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the Immaculate Reception and honoring late Hall of Famer Franco Harris.
The win streak continued for the Steelers in 2023 when the team defeated the Green Bay Packers, 23-19.
The Steelers pulled out the last second win when safety Damontae Kazee intercepted Packers quarterback Jordan Love at the two-yard line on the final play of the game. The Steelers offense controlled the game on the ground with 205 yards rushing, as Jaylen Warren put up his first 100-yard game with 101 yards, and Najee Harris added 82 yards rushing.
This will be the first time linebacker Patrick Queen will don the jersey, and he can't wait.
"Especially with it honoring those guys from the first Super Bowl. They started it here," said Queen. "When you go back and watch football, you watch old throwback football. You don't watch the new stuff. And just the way those guys played the game, it was incredible. Just being able to wear a jersey from that time is incredible."
Queen loves being a part of the Steelers linebacker legacy, and when he hears the names Jack Lambert, Jack Ham and Andy Russell, his eyes light up.
"Physicality. That's the biggest thing I can say," said Queen. "The way they played the game was ferocious. You try to play the game that way, even though the league doesn't allow you to, you try to go out there and be physical, set a tone. Just relentless how they worked.
"Just being on the same team those guys were on is just incredible."
What's new at Acrisure Stadium: A new season brings changes on the football field, and at Acrisure Stadium, it brings changes off the field as well.
Each year, to make the fan experience better for Steelers Nation, new additions and upgrades are provided to enhance the game day experience.
The changes bring new technology, tasty culinary items, fun features and in-stadium entertainment, all part of the elevated experience you will have during the 2024 Steelers season at Acrisure Stadium.
Before you even enter Acrisure Stadium, stop by the Steel Yard, a fun area located outside of Gate A that gives you the feeling of being in your own backyard, with all of the game day excitement. Admission is free for all guests to enjoy a perfect tailgate spot.
Once you are in stadium, the new look Terrible Towel Wall, located in the FedEx Great Hall, is a must-see pregame. You can learn about the history of the towel and snap some unforgettable photos with the massive 400-square-foot Terrible Towel.
There are also more unique food and beverage options than ever before, including the Miller Lite Renegade Pub, located in the West Main Concourse. The spacious area includes a Pittsburgh mural, large TV screens so you don't miss any action, and a full-service bar.
With technology constantly changing, Acrisure Stadium is staying on the cutting edge, with an Acrisure Stadium mode added to the Steelers mobile app for easy access to stadium maps, parking information, mobile ticketing, and more. And with the need to access details on your phone, as well as capture fun memories in stadium, new ChargeFuze Stations are located throughout the stadium to keep your mobile device charged.
This is just the beginning of what you will enjoy this year at Acrisure Stadium.
For more details, click here.
Enter early: Acrisure Stadium Management and the Pittsburgh Steelers are reminding fans to enter the stadium early to ensure they will not miss kickoff.
Fireworks, which will be presented by Zambelli Fireworks, will be set off an hour prior to kickoff and 30 minutes prior to kickoff to serve as reminders for fans to enter Acrisure Stadium so they will not miss all of the pregame activities, including Steelers introductions and kickoff.
Fans are also being reminded of the mobile ticketing process in place at Acrisure Stadium. Prior to coming to Acrisure Stadium, fans should:
• Save their mobile tickets to the digital wallet on their smartphone.
• Make sure their phones are fully charged.
Visit the Official Steelers Pro Shop: Gear up for gameday by visiting the Official Steelers Pro Shop located on Art Rooney Ave at Acrisure Stadium. The Steelers Pro Shop offers a variety of on-field sideline gear, jerseys, hats, terrible towels and more direct from the team.
Honoring America: The United States 2nd Marine Division Band will perform the national anthem.
The Color Guard will be United States Marine Corps – Arroyo Family Color Guard, which is comprised of three sons who are active duty Marines, as well as their father who is a Marine veteran.The group includes, Sgt. Nicholas Arroyo, Sgt. Elijah Arroyo, Staff Sgt. Aaron Preston and Lance Corporal Marcolo Arroyo.
Saluting a hero: The U.S. Steel Salute to Heroes recipient is United States Navy Seal Lew Knopp. Through his personal and physical perseverance, he made it through the most rigorous special forces training and graduated as the youngest member of BUD Seal Class 161 to become a standout frogman and an elite member of the United States Navy Seals. He has spent 36 years in the US Defense and Space industry, logged over 600 hours underwater, and served in multiple theaters in over a half dozen conflicts.
Twirl the Towel: The Terrible Towel Twirl will be started by actor and comedian Billy Gardell.
Giving back: The community organization of the game will be Jeremiah's Place. Jeremiah's Place is Southwestern Pennsylvania's only crisis nursery, providing 24/7, judgment-free emergency childcare for children ages 0-6 at no cost to families. Their mission is to protect children and strengthen families by providing a safe-haven of respite, health, renewal and support for children when their families are experiencing a critical need for childcare.
Remember the Game: No matter if you were waving your Terrible Towel at Acrisure Stadium or in the comfort of your own home, purchase your commemorative ticket to relive the moments of each game of the 2024 season.
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Mobile Ticketing
Ensure your phone is fully charged on gameday. Download your mobile ticket before arriving to Acrisure Stadium. Be sure to access your digital ticket(s) and save to your Apple or Google Wallet before you arrive at Acrisure Stadium.
Cashless on Gameday
For your safety and convenience, we are limiting the number of touchpoints between you and our staff members. Acrisure Stadium is a cashless venue and credit and debit cards are still accepted, as well as Apple and Google Pay.
Clear Bag Policy
To provide a safer environment for the public and significantly expedite fan entry into Acrisure Stadium, the Pittsburgh Steelers will continue to enforce the NFL CLEAR BAG POLICY that limits the size and type of bags that may be brought into the stadium.
Security Screening
You may walk through new state-of-the-art screening machines at certain gates that do not require the removal of personal items (e.g. keys, cell phones, coats or bags). Simply walk through the system unimpeded.
Pregame Activities
Art Rooney Avenue: Celebrate with Steelers Nation on Art Rooney Avenue, home to the Steelers Experience, including photo opportunities, the FedEx Air and Ground Zone, prize giveaways, Hall of Honor Museum display, and more.
Test your speed at the new 40 Yard Dash on Art Rooney Ave!
Location: Along the East Side of the stadium
Time: Open 3 hours prior to kickoff.
Stage AE
Stop by the Official Tailgate Zone of the Pittsburgh Steelers, featuring a live band, giant TVs to watch highlights and games, food and drink specials and contests.
Location: Along North Shore Drive
Time: Opens 4 hours prior to kickoff
FedEx Great Hall
Take advantage of photo opps, watch the live pregame show -Steelers Kickoff, and explore the Steelers Pro Shop with access to concessions all in the FedEx Great Hall.
Location: Enter through East side of Stadium
Time: Pregame Show - 30 minutes prior to kickoff
Steel Yard
Prepare for kickoff at our traditional backyard tailgate experience with your favorite lawn games & Anheuser-Busch products in the Bud Light backyard, or enjoy a cocktail from the brand new Stillhouse mobile hub.
The Steel Yard is also home to larger-than-life photo ops, including the 360-photo booth & #HEREWEGO sign.
Location: Outside of Gate A East on the south end of the stadium
Time: Opens 3 hours prior to kickoff
Gameday Poster Series: Stop by the Steelers Pro Shop to purchase your Gameday Poster while supplies last! Each poster is uniquely designed to represent each of our home games, with a season-long poster available that encapsulates the season!
WATCH/STREAM
- The game broadcast is carried on NBC (WPXI-TV locally in Pittsburgh). Game coverage begins Sunday at 8:20 p.m. ET;
- The BetMGM Steelers Kickoff pregame show with Bob Pompeani and former Steelers quarterback Charlie Batch airs at 11:30 a.m. ET on KDKA-TV in the Pittsburgh market.
- Mike Tirico (play-by-play), Cris Collinsworth (analysis), and Melissa Starks (field reporter) are on the game call.
- NFL+ Premium gives you the freedom to watch LIVE out-of-market games, LIVE local & primetime Regular Season and Postseason games on your phone or tablet, full & condensed replays of every game, and MORE! Whether you are at the stadium or on-the-go, you will never miss a moment with NFL+. NOTE: NFL+ is only available to users within the United States. For a full description of features, requirements, limitations, and other information, visit NFL+ Support.
- Don't forget all Steelers postgame press conferences are streamed live on Steelers.com, the Steelers Official Mobile App and the team's Official YouTube Channel.
LISTEN
- Steelers Audio Network - Game coverage begins at 8:20 p.m. ET; Pregame programming begins at 4:20 p.m.; Postgame coverage starts immediately following the game.
- Rob King (play-by-play), Craig Wolfley (color analyst), Max Starks & Missi Matthews (sideline reporters) are on the call.
- Fans in the Pittsburgh area can listen locally on WDVE 102.5 FM & WBGG 970 AM.
- The Steelers Audio Network will broadcast the game live through our radio affiliates. Click here for a list of our radio affiliates.
- The game broadcast is also carried on Steelers Nation Radio (SNR). SNR is streamed on Steelers.com and the Official Steelers Mobile App. Fans can listen to pregame and postgame programming from anywhere in the world on these platforms. NFL geographical restrictions apply to the game broadcast stream for desktop, mobile web and mobile app users.
- SiriusXM subscribers can listen to Steelers game live. Please visit SiriusXM's Steelers broadcast page for channel details.
EN ESPANOL
Puedes escuchar la transmisión del partido en español en cualquier parte del mundo en steelers.com/espanol desde tu computadora.
- Si estas en México y en el área de Pittsburgh ahora puedes escuchar también desde tu dispositivo móvil y desde el App Oficial de Steelers. Simplemente haz Clic en la esquina superior derecha de la pagina principal del App donde dice "Live Audio" y selecciona español.
- El juego se podrá ver en México por Fox Sports 1.
- Álvaro Martín y Arturo Carlos serán nuestro equipo del Steelers en español este domingo. Martín está en su tercera década de crónica de la NFL y en su sexta temporada como comentarista de Steelers en español. Carlos esta entrando a su sexta temporada como play-by-play de Steelers en Español.
Activa las notificaciones en español del App Oficial de Steelers
Abre la aplicación, haz clic en la esquina inferior derecha en "More," haz clic en "Settings," haz click en la tercera opción "Notifications" y activa el icono en "Español."
IRELAND
Thanks to a partnership between the Steelers and Off The Ball, fans located on the island of Ireland can listen to the official Steelers Audio Network broadcast of the Steelers-Broncos game. Kickoff is at 1:20 a.m.
Don't forget to follow the team on its Irish social handles on X, Instagram and TikTok - @SteelersIreland.
GAME PASS INTERNATIONAL
The NFL, in partnership with DAZN, has officially launched Game Pass International for the 2024 season, an opportunity for fans outside of the United States, Canada and China to catch all of the NFL action this season. Subscribers to Game Pass International will be able to access all preseason, regular season and postseason games live. They will also be able to access replays and condensed games on video on demand.
In addition, subscribers will have access to NFL RedZone and NFL Network, both live and on demand. NFL Films/Media will also provide original content and video via an on-demand library.
Content can be watched on all major devices, and fans can sign up today here: NFL GamePass International
The content is available for fans outside of the United States, Canada, China and a handful of Sanctioned Territories.
CONNECT
- Check out Game Day Central on Steelers.com for up to the minute stats and more.
- On the go? Download the Steelers Official Mobile App and follow along with our Game Center that features stats and drive charts.
- Play the YinzChat on the Steelers Official Mobile App prior to each week's game to win prizes.
- Follow us on Facebook, X, Instagram, YouTube and Snapchat. Don't forget to use #HereWeGo.
- Don't miss live pre and postgame programming on Facebook and YouTube.
- Watch Coach Mike Tomlin's press conference, LIVE immediately following the game, on Steelers.com, the Steelers Official Mobile App, Facebook, X and YouTube.
