Mark your calendars, Steelers Nation! The NFL has officially announced that the full 2026 schedule will be released on Thursday, May 14. As is tradition, a handful of marquee matchups will be unveiled ahead of time, so expect to learn at least one prime-time game—and its opponent—for Pittsburgh before the full slate drops.

While we wait for the official schedule, here's a look at the Steelers' confirmed 2026 opponents: [list of opponents would go here].

This news comes amid a flurry of offseason activity. In other Steelers headlines, cornerback Darius Slay has publicly criticized the team's defensive scheme under Mike Tomlin, while veteran quarterback Aaron Rodgers is expected to re-sign with Pittsburgh this weekend. Meanwhile, one NFL analyst has identified a former Ravens linebacker as the perfect fit for the Steelers' defensive unit.

Stay tuned to Behind the Steel Curtain for all the latest updates, in-depth breakdowns, and more as we count down to the schedule release. Let us know your thoughts in the comments!