# Steelers End 46-Year Thursday Streak

> Steelers aim to break 46-year Thursday night losing streak against Browns.
- Title: Steelers End 46-Year Thursday Streak · CBS Sports | Shortify
- Summary: Steelers aim to break 46-year Thursday night losing streak against Browns. Steelers seek to end their 46-year losing streak in Thursday night road games…
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- Source: CBS Sports — https://cbssports.com/nfl/news/steelers-trying-to-end-nightmare-46-year-thursday-night-losing-streak
- Published: 2026-10-01T14:17:16+00:00
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- Topics: steelers, browns, nfl, thursday night games, losing streak, divisional games, sports
## Steelers' Thursday Night Struggle
The Pittsburgh Steelers have never won a Thursday night road game against a divisional opponent since the AFL-NFL merger in 1970.
## 46-Year Losing Streak
The Steelers' streak spans 46 years with nine losses in Thursday night divisional road games since 1970.
## Recent Browns Games
The Browns have beaten the Steelers three times in the past seven years, including two recent games in 2022 and 2024.
## Historical Context
The Steelers' divisional opponents have changed over time, with two losses against teams in divisions that no longer exist.
## Coaching Strategy
Mike McCarthy, the Steelers' new head coach, has 17 Thursday night wins, the most by any NFL head coach.
## Game Impact
Winning this game would secure a tie for first place in the NFL standings heading into Week 5.
## Key takeaway

Steelers seek to end their 46-year losing streak in Thursday night road games against divisional opponents.