The NFL crosses borders once again when the Pittsburgh Steelers and Minnesota Vikings meet in Ireland.
It will be the first time that an NFL game is being played in Ireland, and fans in attendance will have the opportunity to catch one of the greatest passers in league history when Aaron Rodgers takes the field.
The legendary Rodgers opted to pair with an iconic franchise in the Steelers this offseason, putting behind his disastrous New York Jets tenure in hopes of capturing his second Super Bowl ring in Pittsburgh. Rodgers finally had the opportunity to play for Mike Tomlin, a coach whom he’s had respect for dating back to his Green Bay years.
While this matchup may have been booked as a matchup of past vs. future of NFL quarterbacking, that billing has gone by the wayside after the injury to Vikings passer J.J. McCarthy. Backup Carson Wentz is getting another shot at starting this weekend after a presentable first go of it in Kevin O’Connell’s offense.
Top ‘o the morning to ya, and the NFL, in Week 4. USA TODAY Sports will provide live updates and more from the NFL’s international matchup below.
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What channel is Steelers vs. Vikings on today?
- TV channel: NFL Network
- Local (Minnesota market): Fox 9
- Local (Pittsburgh market): ABC 4
NFL Network will broadcast the Dublin game. Joe Davis will be on the call alongside Greg Olsen.
For viewers in the Vikings’ TV market, the game will be broadcast on Fox 9. In Pittsburgh, the game will be broadcast on ABC 4.
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Steelers backup RB
With Warren out vs. the Vikings, the team may turn to Kenneth Gainwell out of the backfield. Rookie Kaleb Johnson and fifth-year back Trey Sermon are behind him.
Steelers inactives today vs. Vikings
Jaylen Warren will not play today after previously labeled as expected to play. Instead, the running back will be inactive.
Here’s the Steelers active list for their matchup vs. the Vikings:
- No. 24 CB Joey Porter Jr.
- No. 30 RB Jaylen Warren
- No. 56 LB Alex Highsmith
- No. 71 G Andrus Peat
- No. 93 DE Esezi Otomewo
Jaylen Warren injury update: Steelers RB will not play vs. Vikings
Warren popped up on the injury report this week with a knee injury, and the running back will not play vs. the Vikings.
Warren tried to give it a go in pregame warmups, but ultimately is inactive today.
Pittsburgh Steelers RB depth chart
With Warren out, Kenneth Gainwell may be in line to get the next most snaps. Here’s how the Steelers running backs line up:
- Kenneth Gainwell
- Kaleb Johnson
- Trey Sermon
When do the Vikings, Steelers play today?
- Start time: 8:30 a.m. CT | 9:30 a.m. ET | 2:30 p.m. IST
Vikings inactives vs. Steelers
No surprises on the inactives list for the Vikings. J.J. McCarthy headlines as the passer continues to nurse an ankle injury.
What time is the Steelers game in Ireland?
- Start time: 9:30 a.m. ET | 8:30 a.m. CT | 2:30 p.m. IST
The Steelers and Vikings are set to kick of at 9:30 a.m. ET. Locally, the game is set to kick off at 2:30 p.m. Irish Standard Time.
Is Jordan Addison playing today?
The Vikings receiver is set to play after serving a three-game suspension to start the season. Addison returned to practice this week and will add another weapon for Carson Wentz to utilize.
Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Minnesota Vikings injury report
Vikings schedule 2025
Below is a complete look at Minnesota’s 2025 slate of games:
Steelers vs Vikings history
The Steelers have an 8-10 overall record vs. the Vikings in their history. The odds may tip in their favor, however: Quarterback Aaron Rodgers has a 17-12-1 record in his career vs. the Vikings.
Vikings defense rank
Minnesota’s defensive unit is one of the better ones in the NFL. Entering Week 4’s Sunday games, they rank ninth in points allowed and sixth in yards allowed. Their passing defense is among the best in the NFL, ranking first in touchdowns allowed and third in yards allowed.
NFL games today: Week 4 Sunday schedule
Fans tuning in for the international tilt between the Steelers and Vikings can prep themselves for a full day of football. Here’s the complete schedule for Week 4 (all times are Eastern):
- Minnesota Vikings at Pittsburgh Steelers, 9:30 a.m.
- Washington Commanders at Atlanta Falcons, 1 p.m.
- New Orleans Saints at Buffalo Bills, 1 p.m.
- Cleveland Browns at Detroit Lions, 1 p.m.
- Tennessee Titans at Houston Texans, 1 p.m.
- Carolina Panthers at New England Patriots, 1 p.m.
- Los Angeles Chargers at New York Giants, 1 p.m.
- Philadelphia Eagles at Tampa Bay Buccaneers, 1 p.m.
- Indianapolis Colts at Los Angeles Rams, 4:05 p.m.
- Jacksonville Jaguars at San Francisco 49ers, 4:05 p.m.
- Baltimore Ravens at Kansas City Chiefs, 4:25 p.m.
- Chicago Bears at Las Vegas Raiders, 4:25 p.m.
- Green Bay Packers at Dallas Cowboys, 8:20 p.m.
Steelers record in 2025
The Steelers enter their Dublin matchup at 2-1 on the season. They hold wins over the Jets and Patriots, with their sole loss coming to the Seahawks in Week 2.
Jaylen Warren stats
Through three games, Warren has 43 carries for 132 yards and no touchdowns.
Is JJ McCarthy playing today?
No, the Vikings quarterback will not suit up against the Steelers as he recovers from an ankle injury. McCarthy may play in Week 5, but an update will provide clarity on his status later this week.
Kenneth Gainwell stats
Through three games, Steelers running back Kenneth Gainwell has 55 yards on 16 rushing attempts and one touchdown. He’s also caught seven passes for 30 yards.
Where is Steelers-Vikings being played?
- Venue: Croke Park
- Location: Dublin, Ireland
The Steelers-Vikings matchup is the first NFL game to be played in Ireland.
Has the NFL ever had a game in Ireland?
Sunday’s game between the Steelers and Vikings in Week 4 will be the first time an NFL game takes place in Ireland.
Vikings 2025 record
The Vikings enter their Week 4 international matchup vs. the Steelers with a 2-1 record. They dispatched the Bears in Week 1 and the Bengals in Week 3. They were handed a 22-6 loss to the Falcons in Week 2.
Steelers vs. Vikings prediction
Despite the addition of Aaron Rodgers, the Steelers offense hasn’t exactly played up to snuff through three weeks. While a Week 1 explosion seemed to portend things to come, the results have been the opposite: Pittsburgh notched just 203 yards of total offense in Week 3, a step down from the 267 yards of total offense they had in Week 2. Expect the Vikings’ defense – which is among the best in the NFL through the first three weeks – to stifle the Steelers offense once again.
Prediction: Vikings 21, Steelers 17
Pittsburgh Steelers defense ranking
Overall, the Steelers are firmly middle of the pack in the NFL, according to PFF, with a 66.2 overall defensive grade. good for 15th in the league entering Sunday’s games.
They rank 22nd in points allowed and 28th in yards allowed this season, overall.
Highest-paid NFL defenders: T.J. Watt ranks high
Packers pass rusher Micah Parsons is the highest-paid NFL defender in both AAV and total contract value. Watt ranks second in AAV, but fifth in total value. Here’s a look at the top 10 defenders in each category:
AAV
- Micah Parsons, edge, Packers: $46.5million
- T.J. Watt, edge, Steelers: $41 million
- Myles Garrett, edge, Browns: $40 million
- Danielle Hunter, edge, Texans: $35.6 million
- Maxx Crosby, edge, Raiders: $35.5 million
- Nick Bosa, edge, 49ers: $34 million
- Chris Jones, DL, Chiefs: $31.75 million
- Sauce Gardner, CB, Jets: $30.1 million
- Derek Stingley Jr., CB, Texans: $30 million
- Nik Bonitto, edge, Broncos: $26.5 million
Total contract value
- Micah Parsons, edge, Packers: $186 million
- Nick Bosa, edge, 49ers: $170 million
- Myles Garrett, edge, Browns: $160 million
- Chris Jones, DL, Chiefs: $158.75 million
- T.J. Watt, edge, Steelers: $123 million
- Sauce Gardner, CB, Jets: $120.4 million
- Maxx Crosby, edge, Raiders: $106.5 million
- Nik Bonitto, edge, Broncos: $106 million
- Milton Williams, DL, Patriots: $104 million
- Zach Allen, DL, Broncos: $102 million
While Parsons tops defensive players in AAV and total contract value, he ranks just 12th and 15th across the two categories league-wide, behind a plethora of
