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Week 4 of the 2026 season kicks off with a clash between AFC North foes, both of whom are hoping to surge to the top of the divisional standings as we approach the quarter-mark of the season.
The Steelers and Browns have enjoyed vastly different showings in recent campaigns. But both sides have shown signs of life in recent outings, posting identical 2-1 records — albeit in different fashions.
After pedestrian offensive showings in their first two games, Pittsburgh’s attack put forth an impressive display in a 30-27 victory over the Bengals in Week 3, with Aaron Rodgers appearing to turn back the clock to the tune of 292 yards and three touchdowns.
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Cleveland, meanwhile, has looked inspired under Todd Monken’s appointment to the franchise’s head-coaching post. Upset wins over the Buccaneers and Panthers underpin the team’s growing confidence, even if there are questions over how it would scale up against some of the NFL’s heavyweights.
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Steelers vs. Browns score
Steelers vs. Browns results, highlights from NFL ‘Thursday Night Football’ game
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7:35 p.m.: The Browns don’t have any impactful inactives as Cleveland is healthy entering the game.
Our inactives for Thursday Night Football pic.twitter.com/s7n6NY31lH
— Cleveland Browns (@Browns) October 1, 2026
7:15 p.m.: Rico Dowdle is the most notable inactive for the Steelers tonight.
Inactives for #PITvsCLE ⤵️ @UPMC
📝: https://t.co/sFIWmQAifm pic.twitter.com/QUvVjMgbuW
— Pittsburgh Steelers (@steelers) October 1, 2026
6:35p.m.: This is the Steelers first game since trading Joey Porter Jr. to the Cowboys for a draft pick, ending that contract saga.
We have acquired a 2027 sixth-round pick and a 2028 second-round pick from the Dallas Cowboys in exchange for CB Joey Porter Jr. @BordasLaw
📝: https://t.co/QWuYjTfEwl pic.twitter.com/CcUVmMgEKN
— Pittsburgh Steelers (@steelers) October 1, 2026
6:05 p.m.: The Browns are surprisingly good on “Thursday Night Football,” while the Steelers have struggled mightily on the short week.
The Browns being 10-4 on Thursday Night Football since 2009 feels statistically impossible for a team that routinely won between 0-5 games each season during that stretch.
Lots of memories: Myles Garrett helmet smash, Hoyer vs. Buffalo, Baker Mayfield debut, Jameis snow game.
— Ben Axelrod (@BenAxelrod) October 1, 2026
5:30 p.m.: The winner of this game will take sole possession of first place in the AFC North, which the Browns haven’t done since 2014.
How to watch Steelers vs. Browns
Steelers vs. Browns start time
- Date: Thursday, Oct. 1
- Start time: 8:15 p.m. ET
Thursday night’s bout between the Steelers and Browns will kick off around 8:15 p.m. ET at Huntington Bank Field in Cleveland.
What channel is Steelers vs. Browns on today?
Prime Video has exclusive broadcasting rights for “Thursday Night Football.” As such, the Steelers and the Browns’ Week 4 tilt will be aired on the streaming platform. Al Michaels and Kirk Herbstreit will serve as the game’s announcers, while Kaylee Hartung will provide occasional updates from the sidelines.
‘Thursday Night Football’ schedule 2026
| Week | Date | Matchup |
| 2 | Sept. 17 | Bills 41, Lions 31 |
| 3 | Sept. 24 | Falcons 35, Packers 14 |
| 4 | Oct. 1 | Steelers vs. Browns |
| 5 | Oct. 8 | Buccaneers vs. Cowboys |
| 6 | Oct. 15 | Seahawks vs. Broncos |
| 7 | Oct. 22 | Patriots vs. Bears |
| 8 | Oct. 29 | Panthers vs. Packers |
| 9 | Nov. 5 | Jaguars vs. Ravens |
| 10 | Nov. 12 | Commanders vs. Giants |
| 11 | Nov. 19 | Colts vs. Texans |
| 12 | Nov. 27 (Friday) | Broncos vs. Steelers |
| 13 | Dec. 3 | Chiefs vs. Rams |
| 14 | Dec. 10 | Vikings vs. Patriots |
| 15 | Dec. 17 | 49ers vs. Chargers |
| 16 | Dec. 24 | Texans vs. Eagles |
| 17 | Dec. 31 | Ravens vs. Bengals |
