The NFL’s 2026 season has already sparked excitement after a leak revealed that the Pittsburgh Steelers will host a primetime showdown against the Jacksonville Jaguars in Week 14.
The Curse of the Terrible Towel
The two clubs last met in Week 8 of the 2023 season, when Jacksonville edged Pittsburgh 20‑10. During that game, then‑Jaguars safety Andrew Wingard’s celebratory gesture set off the superstition known as the Terrible Towel curse, a storyline that has followed the franchise ever since.
The series record now favors the Jaguars, who lead 15‑13, and the upcoming primetime meeting promises to add another chapter to a rivalry that has produced more twists than a steel‑city skyline.
Schedule Leak and What’s Next
Six Steelers games have been disclosed so far, and the full 2026 schedule will be officially released on May 14. Fans will finally learn which weeks bring additional primetime slots, and how the league plans to balance competitive pacing with television demands.
When the schedule drops, the news will likely spread across social platforms, with the league and its partners leveraging channels such as X and Facebook to reach the broadest audience.