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Odd NFL rule impacts Steelers travel plans for 'Thursday Night Football' vs. Browns

Pittsburgh coach Mike McCarthy intended to have his squad make the two-hour bus ride to Cleveland on the morning of their upcoming game, allowing players to sleep in their own beds. However, a league regulation mandates that visiting franchises must arrive at the host city a minimum of nineteen hours prior to kickoff, forcing a change in travel arrangements.

McCarthy admitted he was unaware of the directive due to his previous tenures with the Packers and Cowboys, neither of which required such short-distance divisional road trips. Despite this logistical hurdle, the Steelers hope the coach's strong historical track record in short-week matchups can help them secure their first-ever Thursday night road victory in Cleveland.

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