Steelers vs. Packers: Predictions, QB Debut, and Roster Moves Ahead of Thursday Night Showdown
Pittsburgh Steelers and Green Bay Packers are set to face off Thursday night in a preseason matchup with significant storylines surrounding quarterback play and roster decisions. Nate Davis and Tom Viera of USA Today project the Steelers to finish with a 7-10 record, citing the transition under new coach Mike McCarthy and the challenges facing an aging defense and quarterback Aaron Rodgers, who will likely see limited playing time. The Packers are anticipated to finish with a 10-7 record, contingent on the healthy return of pass rusher Micah Parsons.
Minute by Minute
5:48 pm ET – Adam Bittner reports that Nate Davis and Tom Viera have issued their record predictions for both the Steelers and Packers ahead of their preseason matchup. The Steelers are projected to finish 7-10, while the Packers are expected to finish 10-7.
5:25 pm ET – Drew Allar and Will Howard are set to make their NFL debuts Thursday night against the Packers, with starter Aaron Rodgers expected to sit out. Coach Mike McCarthy emphasized the preparation for both quarterbacks.
4:51 pm ET – This matchup marks a unique situation for coach Mike McCarthy and quarterback Aaron Rodgers, as they will face their former team, creating NFL history as the first Super Bowl-winning coach/quarterback combo to do so. Rodgers isn’t expected to play much, diminishing the historical significance of the game.
4:29 pm ET – The Steelers have signed linebacker Elandon Roberts to a one-year contract and placed defensive lineman Logan Lee on the reserve/injured list. Roberts, a veteran with prior experience with Steelers defensive coordinator Patrick Graham, brings valuable depth to the team’s run defense.
4:05 pm ET – According to BetMGM odds as of Wednesday, Aug. 12, the Packers are favored to win by 3 points with an over/under of 40.5. The Packers moneyline is -155, and the Steelers moneyline is +130.
4:00 pm ET – The game is scheduled for 7:00 PM ET at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh. It will be broadcast locally on KDKA-TV and CBS affiliates, and nationally on NFL Network. Bob Pompeani and Charlie Batch will provide commentary.