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Pittsburgh Steelers

Pittsburgh Steelers were established in 1933. They are one of the oldest franchises in the NFL's history. Initially, their name was Pittsburgh Pirates, but they changed it to Pittsburgh Steelers. Steelers had their first playoff appearance in 1947. They joined the NFL in 1933. They have won 8 AFC championships.

Histry

Pittsburgh Steelers was founded in 1933. They have struggled a lot in their early years. Firstly their name was Pittsburgh Pirates and in 1940, they changed to Pittsburgh Steelers. They have experienced limited success till 1970. They have won 4 championships in 6 years. The players included in this era were: Terry Bradshaw, Franco Harris, and Mean Joe Greene, they were key players at that time. They won their fifth and sixth Super Bowl in the 2000s.

Hall of Famers

No.	Name	Inducted	Position(s)	Years w/ Steelers
36	Jerome Bettis	2015	RB	1996–2005
47	Mel Blount	1989	CB	1970–1983
12	Terry Bradshaw	1989	QB	1970–1983
80	Jack Butler	2012	CB	1951–1959
63	Dermontti Dawson	2012	C	1988–2000
35	Bill Dudley	1966	RB	1942, 1945–1946
66	Alan Faneca	2021	G	1998–2007
75	Joe Greene	1987	DT	1969–1981
59	Jack Ham	1988	LB	1971–1982
32	Franco Harris	1990	RB	1972–1983
35	John Henry Johnson	1987	RB	1960–1965
35	Walt Kiesling	1966	G	1937–1944
58	Jack Lambert	1990	LB	1974–1984
43	Troy Polamalu	2020	S	2003–2014
31	Donnie Shell	2020	S	1974–1987
82	John Stallworth	2002	WR	1974–1987
70	Ernie Stautner	1969	DT	1950–1963
88	Lynn Swann	2001	WE	1974–1982
52	Mike Webster	1997	C	1974–1988
26	Rod Woodson	2009	CB	1987–1996
91	Kevin Greene	2016	LB	1993–1995
Name	Inducted	Position(s)	Years w/ Steelers
Bill Cowher	2020	Head coach	1992–2006
Chuck Noll	1993	Head coach	1969–1991
Bill Nunn	2021	Scout Assistant Director Player Personnel Senior Scout	1968–2014
Art Rooney	1964	Founder, Owner	1933–1988
Dan Rooney	2000	Executive, Owner	1975–2017

Top-Players

Terry Bradshaw

Playoff Performance	Notable Scores	Major Teams
• Bradshaw's playoff record stands at 14 wins and 5 losses, showcasing his ability to perform under pressure.	• Bradshaw threw for 27 touchdowns in his playoff career, demonstrating his effectiveness as a quarterback in high-stakes situations.	Pittsburgh Steelers
	• He won the Super Bowl MVP award twice Super Bowl IX and X, highlighting his pivotal role in the Steelers' championship successes.
	• Bradshaw accumulated over 3,833 passing yards in the playoffs, ranking among the top quarterbacks in postseason history.

Mean Joe Greene

Playoff Performance	Notable Scores	Major Teams
• Greene's playoff record includes four Super Bowl victories, showcasing his impact on the team's success during the postseason.	• Greene was selected to the Pro Bowl 10 times during his career, reflecting his status as one of the top defensive tackles in the league.	Pittsburgh Steelers
	• He was named the NFL Defensive Player of the Year in 1972, highlighting his excellence on the field.

Franco Harris

Playoff Performance	Notable Scores	Major Teams
• In a 31-19 win against the Los Angeles Rams, Harris contributed significantly with 62 carries for 214 yards and three touchdowns across the playoffs.	• Harris holds Super Bowl records for 354 rushing yards on 101 carries and four rushing touchdowns, which ties him for the second-most in Super Bowl history.	Seattle Seahawks
• Harris played in 19 playoff games with the Steelers, contributing significantly to their postseason success.	• He scored a total of 17 touchdowns in playoff games, demonstrating his effectiveness as a scoring threat.	Pittsburgh Steelers
• He was named the Most Valuable Player after rushing for 158 yards and scoring a touchdown in the Steelers' 16-6 victory over the Minnesota Vikings. This performance was crucial in securing the franchise's first Super Bowl title.	• Harris rushed for 1,556 yards in 19 postseason games, averaging 4.9 yards per carry.