'It's Huge, It's Major': Browns Excited for Primetime Rivalry Game Against Steelers on Thursday
Both teams are 2-1, and the winner will take first place in the AFC North, according to game previews and betting analysis.
- The Pittsburgh Steelers visit the Cleveland Browns on Thursday, October 1, 2026, at 8:15 p.m. ET at Huntington Bank Field in Cleveland, with the AFC North lead at stake.
- Both teams enter Week 4 with identical 2-1 records after narrow victories last week, reflecting a competitive shift in this historic rivalry as they battle for early division positioning.
- Pittsburgh quarterback Aaron Rodgers threw three touchdown passes against Cincinnati, while Cleveland quarterback Deshaun Watson led a game-winning 65-yard drive against Carolina, showcasing both offenses' recent momentum.
- Victory vaults the winner into first place in the AFC North, while the loser faces questions about their status as a legitimate 2026 contender.
- Tickets for the Thursday Night Football matchup start at $167 as both franchises prepare on a short week, with all four AFC North teams currently holding 2-1 records.
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