Anticipated Points of Focus in the Pittsburgh Steelers' Game against the New York Jets on Sunday
The Pittsburgh Steelers are gearing up for their first game of the season, taking on the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium. Pregame coverage begins on KDKA-TV at 11:30 a.m., with Steelers Kickoff setting the stage for the action. The game itself is scheduled for 1 p.m. and will be broadcast on KDKA.
In a setback for the Steelers, their first-round draft pick and defensive lineman, Derrick Harmon, will miss the opening game due to a sprained MCL sustained during the team's final preseason game against the Carolina Panthers.
On the offensive side, the Steelers will need to keep a close eye on Justin Fields, who signed with the New York Jets during this offseason. Fields, known for his physical prowess and mobility, could pose a threat on designed runs or ad-libbed plays.
Despite the injury to Harmon, the Steelers can count on the consistent performance of All-Pro defensive lineman, Cameron Heyward. Last season, Heyward earned All-Pro honors with eight sacks, 11 batted passes, and 20 quarterback hits. He will be in the lineup for today's game, and with his revised contract, he could make up to $18 million this season.
Head coach Mike Tomlin had no reservations about Heyward's preparation or readiness, expressing confidence in his ability to perform. Aaron Rodgers, who will make his debut with the Steelers against his former team, also seems excited about the upcoming game.
As the season kicks off, fans can look forward to postgame coverage on KDKA+, followed by a special edition of the Nightly Sports Call. Let's cheer on the Steelers as they start their journey towards another successful season!
