NFL schedule leaks: Steelers rumored to have Christmas game vs. NFC South team

TL;DR

The Pittsburgh Steelers are rumored to play against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Christmas Day, according to a schedule leak. This matchup would mark the Steelers' third Christmas game since 2016.

Key points

Steelers rumored to play on Christmas Day 2025
Opponent likely to be the Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Steelers have won two of their last three Christmas games

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A new NFL schedule leak ahead of the official release indicates that the Pittsburgh Steelers will be spending Christmas Day facing off against an NFC South opponent.

According to 93.7 The Fan, the Steelers are rumored to face the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 16 on Christmas Day — adding some of the Black and Gold brand of football to holiday festivities.

Since 2016, the Steelers have won two out of three Christmas Day games, losing their most recent matchup to the Kansas City Chiefs in 2024.

The Buccaneers are a perfect Christmas opponent for the Steelers, as Pittsburgh's 2025 team MVP Kenneth Gainwell and All-Pro special teamer Miles Killebrew jumped ship in free agency, following former special teams coordinator Danny Smith to Tampa Bay this offseason.

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Q&A

What NFL teams are playing on Christmas Day 2025?

The Pittsburgh Steelers are rumored to face the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Christmas Day 2025.

How have the Steelers performed in Christmas Day games?

Since 2016, the Steelers have won two out of three Christmas Day games, with their last loss occurring against the Kansas City Chiefs in 2024.

Who are the key players involved in the Steelers vs. Buccaneers Christmas game?

Key players include Steelers' 2025 team MVP Kenneth Gainwell and All-Pro special teamer Miles Killebrew, who both moved to the Buccaneers this offseason.