Pittsburgh Steelers at New England Patriots: kickoff time, TV coverage, and streaming options
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The Pittsburgh Steelers (2-0) travel to Gillette Stadium to face the New England Patriots (1-1) in a Week 3 AFC clash on Sunday, September 21, 2025. Both teams are trying to set the tone early - Pittsburgh is looking to extend its unbeaten start, while New England wants to avoid slipping below .500 at home.
The matchup also renews a rivalry that has shaped much of the AFC playoff picture over the past two decades. Kickoff is scheduled for 1:00 PM ET, with coverage on CBS as part of the network’s Sunday regional slate.
Game information: Pittsburgh Steelers at New England Patriots
| Category | Details |
| Date | Sunday, September 21, 2025 |
| Time | 1:00 PM ET / 10:00 AM PT |
| Venue | Gillette Stadium, Foxborough, MA |
| TV (Primary Network) | CBS |
| Channel Guide | DirecTV: 221 • Dish: 158 • Comcast/Xfinity: varies by region • Spectrum: varies by region • Verizon Fios: varies by region |
| Stream | Paramount+ (with subscription), NFL+ (mobile/tablet in-market only), live TV streaming services (YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, Fubo, Sling TV with CBS in select markets) |
| Radio | Steelers: WDVE 102.5 FM (Pittsburgh) • Patriots: 98.5 The Sports Hub (Boston) |
| Coverage | Regional – coverage map not yet available; check 506 Sports closer to kickoff. Home-market affiliates: KDKA-TV (CBS 2 Pittsburgh), WBZ-TV (CBS 4 Boston). |
Where to watch Pittsburgh Steelers vs New England Patriots US viewing options
The Week 3 matchup between the Pittsburgh Steelers and New England Patriots will be broadcast on CBS as part of the network’s Sunday afternoon regional coverage. Fans in the home markets – Pittsburgh and Boston – are guaranteed to see the game on their local CBS affiliates (KDKA-TV and WBZ-TV), while other areas may receive a different matchup depending on CBS’s regional assignments. Coverage maps are not yet available, so viewers outside the home markets should check 506 Sports closer to kickoff.
What channel is Pittsburgh Steelers vs New England Patriots on?
Cable and satellite subscribers with CBS in their lineup can watch the Steelers–Patriots game live. The broadcast is also streamable via the CBS Sports app or CBS.com using TV provider credentials (TV Everywhere).
Home-market affiliates:
- Pittsburgh: KDKA-TV (CBS 2 Pittsburgh)
- Boston: WBZ-TV (CBS 4 Boston)
The Steelers–Patriots matchup is a regional CBS Sunday Afternoon game. That means only viewers in the Pittsburgh and Boston markets are guaranteed to see it locally; other regions may get alternate games. For the Week 3 coverage map, check 506 Sports closer to kickoff.
Channel information by provider:
- DirecTV: Game will air on your local CBS affiliate – KDKA in Pittsburgh and WBZ in Boston. Some markets may also carry out-of-market matchups on Channel 719 via NFL Sunday Ticket.
- Dish: Local CBS affiliate broadcasts the game; detailed channel number depends on ZIP code.
- Xfinity / Comcast: CBS is carried locally – channel numbers vary. Use the Xfinity lineup tool.
- Spectrum: Local CBS affiliate receives the game – see Spectrum’s channel lineup tool.
- Verizon Fios: CBS is available via the local affiliate; placement varies by market. Use the Fios lineup tool.
Over-the-air (antenna) access: Fans in Pittsburgh can pick up CBS 2 (KDKA-TV), and viewers in Boston can watch on CBS 4 (WBZ-TV) using a digital antenna. Outside those markets, reception is not guaranteed, and another game may be shown instead.
How to watch Pittsburgh Steelers vs New England Patriots without cable
Cord-cutters have several ways to stream Steelers vs Patriots, though CBS availability is tied to your ZIP code. Always confirm through the provider’s channel lookup before subscribing.
- YouTube TV – $82.99/month. Includes CBS in most US markets and comes with unlimited DVR, making it easy to record the game. Check the channel lineup to confirm CBS in Pittsburgh or Boston.
- Hulu + Live TV – $82.99/month. Streams CBS where available and bundles Disney+ and ESPN+ at no extra cost. Availability depends on your market.
- Fubo – from $79.99/month. Offers CBS along with other major networks in many regions, plus strong Spanish-language coverage. Use the channel lookup to verify local CBS access.
- Sling TV (Blue plan, $46/month) — does not carry CBS in any market, so it cannot be relied on for full Steelers–Patriots coverage.
Note: CBS access is market-specific. Confirm with each service’s lookup tool to ensure the Steelers–Patriots broadcast is available in your area before subscribing.
How to watch Pittsburgh Steelers vs New England Patriots with an over-the-air antenna
Fans in the home markets can watch Steelers vs Patriots for free using a digital antenna, since the game will air on CBS. In Pittsburgh, the broadcast will be carried by KDKA-TV (CBS 2), while viewers in the Boston area can tune in to WBZ-TV (CBS 4). Over-the-air reception requires no subscription, but availability depends on your location and the strength of your antenna.
Keep in mind that OTA only works if you are within range of the station’s transmitter. Fans outside the Pittsburgh or Boston markets may receive a different CBS game due to the network’s regional coverage rules. To confirm reception and coverage, you can use the FCC DTV reception maps, the AntennaWeb station finder, or check the 506 Sports coverage maps closer to kickoff.
How to listen to Pittsburgh Steelers vs New England Patriots on a radio
Pittsburgh Steelers Radio
The Steelers’ flagship coverage airs on WDVE 102.5 FM and WBGG 970 AM in Pittsburgh. Fans can also follow along via Steelers Nation Radio or through the Steelers official app (iOS / Android). Spanish-language broadcast details for 2025 have not yet been confirmed – check the Steelers website closer to game day for updates.
New England Patriots Radio
In Boston, the Patriots’ flagship is 98.5 The Sports Hub (WBZ-FM), with Bob Socci on play-by-play and Scott Zolak as analyst. A Patriots “Listen Live” stream is also available on the team’s official site, as well as via the Patriots app (iOS / Android). Spanish-language coverage for 2025 has not been confirmed.
National and digital options
For fans outside the local markets, SiriusXM NFL Radio carries both team feeds along with national coverage on Channel 88. Plans start at $12.99/month (streaming-only) or $17.99/month (car + app). Another option is NFL+, which provides live audio of every NFL game nationwide for $6.99/month.
How to watch Pittsburgh Steelers vs New England Patriots out of market
CBS Sunday Afternoon games such as Steelers vs Patriots are regional broadcasts, not national telecasts. That means only viewers in the Pittsburgh and Boston home markets are guaranteed coverage through their local CBS affiliates, KDKA-TV (CBS 2 Pittsburgh) and WBZ-TV (CBS 4 Boston). Fans outside those areas may see a different matchup depending on CBS’s assignments. Coverage maps are subject to change – confirm closer to kickoff via 506 Sports.
For US fans outside the home markets, the official option is NFL Sunday Ticket on YouTube or YouTube TV. The package gives access to all out-of-market CBS and FOX Sunday Afternoon games, with pricing for new users starting around $276 for the season (or eight monthly payments of about $34.50). Local blackout rules apply, meaning if the game airs on your local CBS affiliate, it will not appear on Sunday Ticket. The service is supported on most platforms, including smart TVs, Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV, PlayStation, Xbox, mobile apps, and web browsers.
Outside the US, fans can use NFL Game Pass International, distributed via DAZN and in some regions through Amazon Prime Video. It streams every NFL game live, including playoffs and the Super Bowl, and also includes NFL Network and NFL RedZone. Pricing varies by country, and the service is geo-restricted to markets outside the US. Travelers with a subscription can still log in abroad using a VPN. For details, see our guide on how to watch out-of-market NFL games with a VPN.
Another alternative is NFL RedZone. While not a full-game broadcast, it provides live look-ins and every touchdown from across the Sunday Afternoon slate, including Steelers vs Patriots. RedZone is available as a premium add-on with U.S. streaming services such as YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, and Fubo.
