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On October 25, 1964, they retired jersey No. 70 in honor of former defensive tackle Ernie Stautner

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Why is the number 70 retired for the Pittsburgh Steelers?

It is in honor of defensive tackle Ernie Stautner, who played for the Steelers from 1950-1963. It is the only number officially retired by the Steelers.


What number did the Pittsburgh Steelers retire?

The Steelers retired #70. The number was worn by defensive tackle Ernie Stautner.


Has Lynn Swann's Steeler jersey been retired?

Lynn Swann's number has not been retired by the Pittsburgh Steelers. There has only been one number officially retired by the Steelers and that was #70 Ernie Stautner. There are some numbers that are unofficially retired by the Steelers and Lynn Swann's number is not one of those either.


Which Pittsburgh Steelers player had his jersey number retired first?

Defensive tackle Ernie Stautner had his #70retired by the Steelers. That has been the only number they have retired.


What is the only uniform number to be retired by the Pittsburgh Steelers?

70-Ernie Stautner is the only official # retired by the Steelers. There are other unofficial #'s that will probably not be in use anymore by the team.


What is Will Johnson's number on the Pittsburgh Steelers?

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How many Pittsburgh Steelers jerseys have been retired?

Just one, Ernie Stauntner's #70. The Steelers decided during the 1970's that they had so many great players they couldn't afford to retire so many. It is generally understood however that you can't wear 12, 32, 47, 52, 58, 59 or 75 though.


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What is Brian Arnfelt's number on the Pittsburgh Steelers?

Brian Arnfelt is number 69 on the Pittsburgh Steelers.


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What is Curtis Brown's number on the Pittsburgh Steelers?

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