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10 Must-Have Steelers Jerseys for True Fans of Every Era

The Steelers have turned out some of the most legendary players in football history, and the greatness extends from the Steel Curtain of the 1970s Steelers dynasty through today. If you’re looking for a great way to represent the Steelers as training camps and preseason games approach, some new Steelers…

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Every Non-Quarterback to Win Super Bowl MVP

Typically, the award goes to the offensive side of the ball, but a handful of defenders have been named MVP as well.

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Chiefs’ Three-Peat Bid: Why History Is Not on Their Side

After victories in Super Bowls LVII and LVIII, Kansas City is on the brink of becoming the first franchise to win three consecutive Super Bowls. But here's why eight previous teams have failed to accomplish the feat.

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Steelers RB tandem with rare opportunity in new offense

This Steelers offense is going to be very run heavy this season.

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The rise and fall of Steelers RB Najee Harris

Najee Harris was the Steelers' first pick in 2021 and now his future with the team is in the balance.

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Steelers to reveal Franco Harris retired jersey display on Saturday

You don't want to miss Saturday's preseason game.

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5 iconic sports moments that are probably lies

They have to be made up.

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Pittsburgh Steelers career rushing leaders

Do you know who the top five Steelers rushers of all time are?

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Where does Le’Veon Bell rank among Steelers all-time greats at RB?

Cast your vote for the greatest RB in Steelers history.

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Ron Cook: I'll remember Jim Brown as the true GOAT

PITTSBURGH — Tom Brady is misidentified as "The GOAT," short for Greatest of All Time. He might be the greatest quarterback of all time; his seven Super Bowl wins are compelling proof. But Brady is not the greatest football player. Not even close, in my opinion.

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Ron Cook: Mel Blount's 'life's work' all about helping youths reach their goals

Steelers Hall of Famer Mel Blount turned 75 on Monday. He celebrated the milestone by doing what he does every day on the 300-acre farm on 6 Mel Blount Drive in Buffalo Township, Washington County, that he has owned since 1989. He shoveled horse manure out of the stalls in…

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Does Ottis Anderson deserve Hall of Fame consideration?

Is retired New York Giants RB Ottis Anderson worthy of Pro Football Hall of Fame consideration? The numbers suggest he is.

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Ron Cook: A.J. Burnett, Russell Martin home opener reunion reminds Pirates fans of better times

PITTSBURGH — Bob Nutting might be the worst owner in all of sports. We beat him up regularly for not spending enough on Pirates payroll. But none of us can accuse Nutting of being anything less than a brilliant businessman. He didn't become a billionaire by making bad decisions.

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Gene Collier: Herb Douglas home again with so many blessings

Once you've had 100 birthdays, any returns of the day would figure to arrive with relatively muted celebrations, if they arrive at all, but yes, there are exceptions.

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Penn State Honors Franco Harris With No. 34 Jerseys at Rose Bowl

The Nittany Lions will remember the late program great as they take on Utah.

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'Unicorn' Cam Heyward defies odds to play at elite level in 12th NFL season

Cam Heyward had Franco Harris on his podcast the day he died. As a Pittsburgh native and the longest-tenured Steelers player, he has a deep understanding of what Harris meant to the franchise, the city and the NFL.

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Tony Dungy remembers how Franco Harris 'showed us how to be champions'

When he was a senior in high school, Tony Dungy was watching the Steelers' playoff game against the Oakland Raiders with his dad when the Immaculate Reception occurred. He saw the collision between running back John Fuqua and Raiders safety Jack Tatum and has a vivid memory of Franco Harris…

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Franco Harris viewing: Steelers fans gather at Acrisure Stadium to pay final respects

Brandon Short was one of the first people to arrive Tuesday morning at Acrisure Stadium. A McKeesport native and former NFL player, Short had to be here for Franco Harris because Franco had been there for Short so many times throughout his life.

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Ron Cook: Steelers' defensive stars earned their paychecks in win over Raiders

The Steelers' salary-cap investment in T.J. Watt, Minkah Fitzpatrick and Cam Heyward this season on the NFL's most expensive defense totals almost $50 million. The three stars earned their hefty checks on Christmas Eve. They didn't just lead the team to 13-10 win against the Las Vegas Raiders. Their performance…

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Steelers’ Kenny Pickett Explains Franco Harris Snap Count Tribute

Pittsburgh incorporated Harris’s name into one of the team’s plays.

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Beyond Immaculate: The 10 greatest catches in Steelers history

PITTSBURGH — To mark the 50th anniversary of the Immaculate Reception, let's look back and remember 10 of the greatest catches in Steelers history:

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Steelers’ Pickett on Franco Harris: ‘It Felt Like He Was With Us Tonight’

The rookie quarterback honored the Pittsburgh legend after the team earned a comeback win two days after the franchise great’s death.

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Mike Tomlin said it was Pat Freiermuth’s idea for Steelers to wear Franco Harris jerseys

Many Steelers donned Franco Harris jerseys to honor the Pittsburgh legend.

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Kenny Pickett rallies Steelers to special win dedicated to Franco Harris

PITTSBURGH — It was an evening — a whole week, really — to fete Franco Harris, but Saturday night, the current Steelers paid him the ultimate tribute.

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