Buccaneers Ready to Clash with Steelers in Thrilling Preseason Showdown
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers face the Steelers in a preseason game on August 16, 2025, following a victorious opener against the Titans.
Buccaneers Ready to Clash with Steelers in Thrilling Preseason Showdown
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are gearing up for their next exciting preseason matchup against the Pittsburgh Steelers, scheduled for August 16 at Acrisure Stadium. With kickoff set for 7:00 p.m. ET, fans are eager to see how the Buccaneers will stack up against one of their oldest rivals in this seventh all-time preseason meeting. Historically, the Steelers have the upper hand, leading the series 4-2 in previous preseason encounters, but the Buccaneers come into this game riding high after a convincing victory in their opener.
The Buccaneers‘ recent performance against the Tennessee Titans at Raymond James Stadium was nothing short of impressive. The team marked the start of their 50th NFL season with a dominant 29-7 win, showcasing both familiar faces and promising newcomers. According to Pewter Report, starters like left tackle Charlie Heck, running back Rachaad White, and wide receiver Jalen McMillan featured prominently, adding depth to an already talented roster. Rookies such as first-round pick Emeka Egbuka and third-round pick Jacob Parrish also made their debuts, hinting at a bright future for the franchise.
A Closer Look at the Opening Game
In a game where the Bucs took an early lead, Chase McLaughlin booted a 45-yard field goal to make it 3-0. The defense quickly asserted dominance by forcing a three-and-out on the Titans‘ first possession. Not to be outdone, the Buccaneers orchestrated an impressive 17-play, 80-yard drive that culminated in a touchdown run by Sean Tucker.
The Titans fought back with their own touchdown from Tony Pollard, narrowing the score to 10-7. However, Tampa Bay’s McLaughlin extended the lead with another field goal just before halftime, showing the team’s determination to control the game. Despite some typical preseason mishaps, including a fumble by Connor Bazelak, the Buccaneers’ defense shone brilliantly, notching three interceptions throughout the game, one of which turned into a pick-six by Roman Parodie.
As the playoffs loom large, the Buccaneers will look to refine their roster this coming Monday when they hold practice ahead of their matchup against the Steelers. Fans can catch the action live locally through the Buccaneers’ official app, on Buccaneers.com, or tuned into WFLA for TV coverage. Those wanting a deeper play-by-play can listen through 98 ROCK for English commentary or 96.1 Caliente for the Spanish broadcast. With their recent form, the Buccaneers are keen to take the momentum into Pittsburgh, aiming for a strong start in their 2025 preseason campaign.
Whether you’re cheering from afar or heading to the stadium, there’s certainly excitement buzzing around this game. As the Bucs prepare to do battle on the gridiron once again, fans are ready to see if they can even the score against the Steelers in this classic NFL rivalry.