The preseason wraps up Thursday night, and for players on the bubble, this is it. The Pittsburgh Steelers and Carolina Panthers will battle one final time before rosters get cut to 53, making this more than another exhibition game. It’s the last audition for guys fighting to keep their NFL dreams alive.
Who Are the Game Announcers for the Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Carolina Panthers Preseason Matchup?
The Steelers and Panthers made major moves this offseason, trying to flip the script on disappointing campaigns. While keeping starters healthy trumps winning, Thursday’s finale gives coaches one more look at depth players and rookies before real games begin.
.@Steelers‘ first-round pick Derrick Harmon gets to the QB 😤
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— NFL (@NFL) August 16, 2025
Pittsburgh fans can catch the action locally on KDKA-TV (CBS) or stream it through NFL+. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. ET, with Bob Pompeani calling the play-by-play.
Pompeani brings serious credentials to the booth. The Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame inductee has won six Golden Quill Awards, including one in 2013 for his exclusive Steelers interviews. His voice has become synonymous with Pittsburgh sports over the years.
Charlie Batch will handle color commentary, bringing firsthand quarterback experience from his 1998-2012 NFL career. Batch spent most of his time in Pittsburgh from 2002 until retirement, serving as Ben Roethlisberger’s backup during the team’s Super Bowl victory over the Seattle Seahawks in the 2005 season. An injury sidelined him for the entire 2008 campaign, though he remained on the roster.
Missi Mathews rounds out the broadcast team from the sidelines. She’s covered the Steelers since 2012 and has become a central figure in the team’s media operations, bringing insider knowledge and enthusiasm to her reporting.
How Can Fans Listen to the Steelers vs. Panthers Preseason Game?
The Steelers Audio Network starts game coverage at 7:00 p.m. ET, but the action begins much earlier. Pregame programming kicks off at 3:00 p.m., while postgame coverage continues immediately after the final whistle.
Local fans can tune in on WDVE 102.5 FM and WBGG 970 AM. The Steelers Audio Network also broadcasts through its radio affiliates across the region.
Digital options include Steelers Nation Radio (SNR), live streaming on Steelers.com, and the official team mobile app. These platforms offer both pregame and postgame coverage to fans worldwide, though NFL geographical restrictions limit live game access on desktop, mobile web and the app.
SiriusXM subscribers have another option for live coverage. Channel information is available on SiriusXM’s dedicated Steelers broadcast page for those who prefer satellite radio.
