Pittsburgh Steelers diehards took over Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Week 1. They were so loud throughout the game that Steelers fans caused the Atlanta Falcons to use a silent count in their stadium. By doing so, they caused a mistimed snap, which led to a fumble recovery for T.J. Watt.

Could Steelers fans take over a stadium once again in Week 2 when they travel to Denver?

According to Vivid Seats’ Fan Forecast, over 55 percent of the stadium is projected to be Steelers fans when they travel to the Mile High City. A week ago against the Falcons, it was projected that 53 percent of the stadium would be Steelers fans, so this seems even more drastic.

The ticket for the game, the return of Russell Wilson to Denver, is the third hottest ticket in Denver Broncos history, according to Vivid Seats. The average price of a ticket for the game is $445, making it one of the most expensive in the team’s history, too.

The Broncos against the Steelers is the most in-demand ticket for the week, with the Cincinnati Bengals and Kansas City Chiefs coming in second. So, it seems that Steelers fans are expected to show out in droves once again in Denver for their Week 2 matchup.

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PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — This weekend’s Backyard Brawl is expected to bring a lot of excitement to Pittsburgh’s North Shore. 

Last year, WVU came away with a win and now Pitt is seeking redemption. 

The game returns to Pittsburgh this year and Panthers fans say they’re very excited about this rivalry game. 

“I’m super excited,” said Pitt student Reid Weber. “I’m a senior, this is my last year, so I’m hoping we win.”

“You know, everything is about beating West Virginia around here,” said Pitt fan Wesley Smith. “I hear people are having trouble getting tickets right now. So, I hope it’s sold out and the crowd brings the energy for the game. 

“There has been an ongoing feud since as long as I can remember,” said Pitt student Lauren Stuccio. “I know I’m a freshman, but even applying here, this game is something I was very excited about. I have friends from West Virginia coming up for it so it’ll be really fun.”

Pitt is coming off a one-point win over Cincinnati and offensive coordinator Kade Bell says he’s happy that freshman quarterback Eli Holstein got to experience that ahead of the rivalry game. 

Bell says he has faith that Holstein will be able to handle the pressures that come with this weekend’s game.

“I feel confident,” Bell said. “As crazy as the game was last weekend, coming back and playing in that environment and having success in the 4th quarter and getting on that run, for a young guy, that’s big.” 

Bell said that last week’s game allows Holstein to know what it feels like to play in a pressure situation when everything’s against you.

“Obviously, it’s a big game and it’s gonna be loud and packed, but for him, I think that gave him a lot confidence,” Bell added.

Kickoff is set for 3:30 p.m. on Saturday.