If you’re waking up and wondering what time is the steelers game today on tv, I’ve got some news that’s gonna sting a bit. Honestly, there isn't a game. Not today, anyway.
If you missed the absolute mess that was Monday night, the Pittsburgh Steelers officially checked out of the 2025-2026 season on January 12. They got handled by the Houston Texans in a 30-6 blowout at Acrisure Stadium. It wasn't pretty. It was, quite frankly, one of those games where you start looking for the remote by the middle of the third quarter.
So, while the rest of the NFL world is gearing up for the Divisional Round this coming weekend, the North Side is quiet. No pads clacking today. No Terrible Towels waving. Just the cold reality of a postseason exit and a franchise-altering hangover.
Why you won't find the Steelers game on TV today
Basically, the Steelers’ season is over. They finished 10-7, which is a classic Mike Tomlin record if we’re being real—good enough to keep the "no losing seasons" streak alive, but apparently not good enough to actually win a playoff game. That loss on Monday extended their postseason losing drought to seven straight games.
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For the folks who usually rely on a Wednesday or Thursday night fix, here is the deal:
The NFL schedule is moving on without Pittsburgh. The next round of games doesn't even start until Saturday, January 17.
- Saturday, Jan 17: Buffalo Bills vs. Denver Broncos (4:30 PM ET on CBS)
- Saturday, Jan 17: San Francisco 49ers vs. Seattle Seahawks (8:00 PM ET on FOX)
- Sunday, Jan 18: Houston Texans (the team that beat us) vs. New England Patriots (3:00 PM ET on ABC)
The Texans are moving on to face the Patriots, leaving Steelers fans to watch from the couch. It’s a tough pill to swallow, especially with how the regular season ended with that win over Baltimore in Week 18.
The Mike Tomlin bombshell: What's actually happening today
Instead of watching a game today, you’re probably going to be seeing Mike Tomlin’s face all over the news for a different reason. In a move that absolutely nobody saw coming, Tomlin announced yesterday (Tuesday, Jan 13) that he is stepping down as the head coach.
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After 19 seasons. 19!
He’s tying Chuck Noll for the most wins in franchise history, but he’s decided he’s done. At least for now. Reports are circulating today that he’s not planning to coach in 2026 at all. He might end up in a TV studio—so hey, maybe you will see him on TV today, just wearing a suit instead of a headset.
The search for the next guy is officially on. The Steelers have already requested interviews with guys like Nate Scheelhaase and Chris Shula from the Rams. It’s the first time Art Rooney II is actually picking a coach since he took over. It feels like the end of an era because, well, it is.
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What about Aaron Rodgers and the roster?
A lot of people were asking about the QB situation leading up to the Wild Card game. Having 42-year-old Aaron Rodgers under center was supposed to be the "all-in" move. Clearly, it didn't result in a deep run. Now that Tomlin is gone, there’s a massive question mark over whether Rodgers even wants to stay for the 2026 season or if he’ll follow his coach out the door.
If you’re looking for Steelers content on TV today, you’re stuck with the talking heads on ESPN and NFL Network debating if the "Steelers Way" is dead.
The draft reality
Since the season ended Monday, we now know where the Steelers pick. They’ll be sitting at No. 21 in the April draft. Not high enough for a "generational" quarterback without a massive trade, but high enough to snag a playmaker.
Actionable steps for the "offseason"
Since there’s no game to watch, here’s how you can actually spend your time as a fan today:
- Stop checking the TV guide: There is zero live Steelers football until the preseason in August.
- Watch the coaching search: Keep an eye on the Rams' staff. It looks like the Steelers are raiding LA for their next leader.
- Check out the Divisional matchups: If you want to scout who’s actually winning, the Bills and Broncos game on Saturday is where the AFC action is.
- Accept the rebuild: For the first time in nearly two decades, the Steelers are a "team in transition." It might be a bumpy couple of months.
It’s weird not having a game to look forward to this week, especially after the stress of the playoff push. But for now, the TV is going to be a lot of "what if" segments and highlights of that 30-6 loss. Maybe just go for a walk instead.