Steelers vs. Patriots Week 3: Game Preview, How to Watch and Key Injury Updates
Foxborough, Mass. — September 21, 2025 – The Pittsburgh Steelers and New England Patriots are set for a pivotal Week 3 clash at Gillette Stadium, with both teams looking to rebound from shaky starts to the season.
Game Day Details
- Matchup: Pittsburgh Steelers vs. New England Patriots
- Date: Sunday, September 21, 2025
- Kickoff Time: 1:00 p.m. ET
- Location: Gillette Stadium, Foxborough, MA
- Broadcast (U.S.): CBS
- Live Stream: Paramount+
Injury Report
New England Patriots
- CB Christian Gonzalez (Hamstring) – Out
- FB Jack Westover (Hamstring) – Questionable
- DE Keion White (Illness) – Questionable
Pittsburgh Steelers
- S DeShon Elliott (Knee) – Out
- LB Alex Highsmith (Ankle) – Out
- CB Joey Porter Jr. (Hamstring) – Out
- OL Max Scharping (Knee, torn ACL) – Out, season-ending
- DT Derrick Harmon (Knee) – Questionable
The Steelers’ defense has been battered by injuries, losing starters like Highsmith, Elliott, and Porter Jr. in the same week, while the Patriots will be without their top cornerback Christian Gonzalez. Both teams will look to overcome depth challenges with key roster adjustments, including Pittsburgh elevating running back Trey Sermon after Scharping’s season-ending injury.
With kickoff at 1 p.m. ET on CBS, this AFC matchup will test which team can steady itself before the season slips further away.
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PITTSBURGH – On Wednesday, October 8, 2025, the Pittsburgh Steelers welcomed two linebackers formerly with the Green Bay Packers for a workout session. The players invited were Michael Barrett and Isaiah Simmons, as the team looks to bolster its defensive unit ahead of upcoming games.
Isaiah Simmons, selected as the 8th overall pick in the 2020 NFL Draft out of Clemson, has appeared in 84 games. He has recorded 329 tackles (226 solo, 103 assisted), 8.5 sacks (74 yards), 5 interceptions (127 yards), 2 interception touchdowns, 9 forced fumbles, and 3 fumble recoveries. Simmons, who briefly signed with the Packers in 2025 but didn’t make the final roster, is known for his versatility and impressive speed.
Michael Barrett, a 7th-round pick (240th overall) by the Carolina Panthers in the 2024 NFL Draft out of Michigan, has limited NFL experience. He has appeared in a few games on practice squads with teams like the Packers and Browns but has yet to record significant stats (0 tackles, sacks, or interceptions). At Michigan, Barrett had a standout final college season with 65 tackles, 3 sacks, and 3 forced fumbles.
Alex Highsmith, a key linebacker for the Steelers, suffered a high ankle sprain during the team’s Week 2 loss to the Seattle Seahawks on September 14, 2025. The injury sidelined him for Weeks 3 and 4, with an estimated recovery time of 4-6 weeks. While Highsmith was not placed on injured reserve to maintain roster flexibility, he is still recovering post-bye week and expected to return soon. However, the Steelers are seeking temporary replacements for the edge rusher position.
The workouts with Barrett and Simmons reflect head coach Mike Tomlin’s cautious approach to adding depth to the defense, especially after releasing Ja’Whaun Bentley and losing Jon Rhattigan to the Raiders. Simmons, with his experience and athleticism, could be an ideal short-term option to support T.J. Watt and Nick Herbig. The Steelers have not yet announced any contract decisions regarding the two linebackers.
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