The Pittsburgh Steelers are one of the most iconic franchises in the history of professional football. They are tied for a record six Super Bowls in their illustrious history and are one of the National Football League teams with the most fans and acclaim. They are one of the most popular teams with sports bettors because of their sustained history of success. Betting on the Steelers is something many NFL fans do, and if you are one of them, the Steelers are likely constantly your best bets today on NFL Sundays.
Many legendary figures have donned the Black and Gold; let's look at 15 of the top Steelers players of all-time:
"Mean" Joe Greene
"Mean Joe Greene" is an NFL legend. He dominated the trenches for over a decade for the Steel City in a Hall of Fame career. He was a two-time Defensive Player of the Year, four-time Super Bowl champion, and has his number retired for the Steelers.
Jack Lambert
Jack Lambert typified the old-school Steelers mentality as a ferocious linebacker who dominated across 1o years for the Steelers. He won four Super Bowls, was the Defensive Player of the year in 1976, and made an incredible eight All-Pro teams.
Ben Roethlisberger
Known as "Big Ben," Roethlisberger is a Steelers icon that played 18 seasons for the Steelers, setting numerous franchise records. He was a tall and strong quarterback that had a huge arm and surprising elusiveness, and he guided his teams to two Super Bowls.
Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback, Ben Roethlisberger (#7) celebrates at Heinz Field in 2021. | Twitter: @JSKO_PHOTO
Terry Bradshaw
Terry Bradshaw is one of the greatest quarterbacks of his era, an incredibly tough player who perfectly fits the team's identity. He is known as the architect of the Steelers' 1970s dynasty, winning four Super Bowls with the team.
Franco Harris
Franco Harris is famed for his role in the immaculate reception, the most famous moment in football history. But he was also a Hall of Fame running back and a Super Bowl MVP that won four championships on the iconic 70s Steelers teams.
Troy Polamalu
Troy Polamalu is a legendary safety that played 12 seasons with the Steelers. In that time, he won two Super Bowls, was a Defensive Player of the Year, and made six All-Pro teams. He is a Hall of Fame player and one of the top safeties ever.
Rod Woodson
Rod Woodson is a legendary defensive back that played 10 seasons for the Steelers. He was as great of a deep patroller as there has been, racking up 71 interceptions throughout his career. He has the NFL record for pick-sixes and was a Defensive Player of the Year for the Steelers.
Mel Blount
Mel Blount was a dominant cornerback famed for jamming off the line of scrimmage. He was a four-time Super Bowl champion with the team, as well as the 1975 Defensive Player of the Year.
Jerome Bettis
Nicknamed "The Bus," Jerome Bettis was an absolute workhorse running back in Pittsburgh. He played 10 years for the Steelers, had the eighth most rushing yards in NFL history, and retired following the 2006 Super Bowl.
Antonio Brown
While he had an ugly exit with the team, Antonio Brown might be the most dominant receiver ever. He played nine seasons with the team, had five All-Pro years, and crossed 1,500 yards three times. While his off the field antics may have made fans sour on him, he had one of the highest peaks of any receiver in NFL history.
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver, Antonio Brown (#84) celebrates at Heinz Field. | Philip G. Pavely / USA TODAY Sports
Hines Ward
Hines Ward had a legendary run at wide receiver in Pittsburgh. He played 14 seasons in the Steel City, won two Super Bowls, and even earned himself a Super Bowl MVP award. Ward was known for his toughness over the middle and reliability.
James Harrison
James Harrison was a ferocious linebacker that all opponents feared. He played nine years in Pittsburgh, won two Super Bowls, made four All-Pro teams, and won the Defensive Player of the Year award in 2008. Harrison will always be one of the most fearsome players the league has seen.
Mike Webster
Mike Webster is an all-time center for Pittsburgh who played 15 seasons with the team. He made an incredible eight All-Pro teams, won four Super Bowls, and was a pivotal part of the team’s dynasty.
Jack Ham
Jack Ham is a Hall of Fame linebacker that won four Super Bowls, made eight All-Pro teams, and is considered one of the most dominant players at his position ever, despite his relatively small size.
Lynn Swann
Swann is a Hall of Fame wide receiver that played nine seasons in Pittsburgh, earning three All-Pro teams along the way. He also was a key part of four Super Bowl victories, including Super Bowl X, in which he was the MVP of the game.
