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 They cut the legendary quarterback before he ever played a game.[([[https://www.fansfirstsports.com/steel-curtain-network/history-would-be-different-if-the-steelers-didnt-cut-johnny-unitas/|fansfirstsports]])]
+===== First Black Starting QB in Steelers History =====
+Joe Gilliam started in 1974, ahead of Terry Bradshaw.[([[https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/remember-when-joe-gilliam-takes-terry-bradshaws-starting-qb-job/|cbssports]])]
+===== Most Sacks in a Season =====
+The 2020 Steelers led the league in sacks, continuing their defensive dominance.[([[https://www.behindthesteelcurtain.com/2020/8/14/21368689/the-steelers-have-a-plan-for-more-takeaways-in-2020-teryl-austin-minkah-fitzpatrick-terrell-edmunds|behindthesteelcurtain]])]
+===== Troy Polamalu’s Iconic Hair =====
+Polamalu’s long curly hair became his signature look and was even insured for $1 million.[([[https://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-11150607|bbc]])]
+===== James Harrison’s 100-Yard Pick-Six =====
+Harrison’s Super Bowl XLIII interception return is the longest defensive TD in Super Bowl history.[([[https://www.nfl.com/100/originals/100-greatest/plays-7|nfl]])]
+===== One of the Most Loyal Fan Bases =====
+Steelers Nation is one of the most passionate fan groups in sports.[([[https://steelcityblitz.com/steeler-nation-the-fans-that-fuel-pittsburghs-football-passion/|steelcityblitz]])]
+===== Franco Harris’ Statue at Pittsburgh Airport =====
+A statue of Harris’ Immaculate Reception pose greets travelers at Pittsburgh International Airport.[([[https://www.timesonline.com/story/entertainment/local/2023/03/01/franco-harris-statue-moved-at-pittsburgh-international-airport-allegheny-county-steelers-football/69959795007/|timesonline]])]
+===== 1976 Team Had 5 Shutouts in 9 Games =====
+One of the most dominant defensive stretches in NFL history.[([[https://www.postcourier.com.pg/stretch-8-games-steelers-steel-curtain-defense-5-shut-outs-gave-22-points-problem/|postcourier]])]
+===== First Franchise to Win 700 Games =====
+They reached the milestone in 2017.[([[https://www.steelcityunderground.com/2018/01/08/stats-stood-steelers-set-2017-nfl-records-milestones/|steelcityunderground]])]
+===== Most Consecutive Playoff Appearances Under Noll =====
+The Steelers made the playoffs eight straight seasons (1972-1979).[([[https://www.profootballhof.com/teams/pittsburgh-steelers/team-history/|profootballhof]])]
+===== Jerome Bettis: The Bus’ Hometown Super Bowl Win =====
+Bettis retired after winning Super Bowl XL in his hometown, Detroit.[([[https://holtzsheroes.org/board-of-directors/jerome-bettis/|holtzsheroes]])]
+===== First Defensive Player to Win Super Bowl MVP =====
+Mean Joe Greene was the first defensive player to win MVP (Super Bowl IX).[([[https://www.britannica.com/facts/Joe-Greene|britannica]])]
+===== Super Bowl XLIII: One of the Greatest Games Ever =====
+The Steelers’ 27-23 win over the Cardinals featured two iconic plays—Harrison’s pick-six and Santonio Holmes’ toe-tap TD.[([[https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/othersports/article-1133762/Pittsburgh-27-Arizona-23-Steelers-leave-late-snatch-Super-Bowl-glory.html|dailymail]])]
+===== Bill Cowher’s Emotional Farewell =====
+After 15 seasons and a Super Bowl win, Cowher stepped down in 2006.[([[https://www.espn.com/nfl/news/story?id=2720242|espn]])]
+===== T.J. Watt Tied NFL Sack Record =====
+In 2021, Watt tied the single-season sack record (22.5).[([[https://www.nbcsports.com/nfl/profootballtalk/rumor-mill/news/t-j-watt-definitely-not-satisfied-after-22-5-sacks-in-2021|nbcsports]])]
+===== The Future Looks Bright =====
+With young talent and a winning culture, the Steelers remain a powerhouse franchise.[([[https://www.theporchislive.com/blog/pittsburgh-steelers-history/|theporchislive]])]

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