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Patriots Shut Down Aaron Rodgers and Steelers, 20-3, in Home Opener at Gillette Stadium
TreVeyon Henderson is expected to make his season debut, while the Patriots listed Carlton Davis among three questionable players.
- On Sunday, September 20, 2026, the New England Patriots defeated the Pittsburgh Steelers 20-3 at Gillette Stadium, rebounding from their Week 1 loss to the Seattle Seahawks.
- Running back TreVeyon Henderson made his season debut after missing Week 1 with an ankle injury, providing an immediate offensive spark for New England.
- Linebacker Elijah Ponder returned a 19-yard fumble for a touchdown following a strip-sack, while New England's defense held Pittsburgh to 58 rushing yards on the ground.
- Pittsburgh's offense failed to convert 10 of 13 third-down opportunities, and head coach Mike McCarthy accepted responsibility for the lack of execution and offensive rhythm.
- The Steelers face the Cincinnati Bengals on September 27 at Acrisure Stadium, while the Patriots prepare for road games against Jacksonville and Buffalo.
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Mike McCarthy takes blame as Steelers offense sputters again
Mike McCarthy took responsibility after the Pittsburgh Steelers’ 20-3 loss to the New England Patriots. Here’s what he said about the offense, the lack of touchdowns and the adjustments Pittsburgh plans to make moving forward.
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TreVeyon Henderson runs for a TD and the Patriots pummel Aaron Rodgers in a 20-3 win over Steelers - Boston News, Weather, Sports
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — TreVeyon Henderson ran for a 39-yard touchdown in his season debut, Eli Ponder added a 19-yard fumble recovery for a score
·Boston, United States
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Madison CourierNew England 20, Pittsburgh 3
·Kentucky, United States
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Portland Press HeraldPatriots pummel Aaron Rodgers and the Steelers for their 1st win
New England sacked the 42-year-old QB 4 times and picked off a pass, and TreVeyon Henderson ran 39 yards for a touchdown.
·Lewiston, United States
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C 64%
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