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"America's Team" is a nickname/marketing gimmick. It doesn't actually MEAN anything, and certainly is not an "official" title.
It's probably possible to make a justification for (your favorite team name here) to be considered "America's Team" instead of the Cowboys. A few off the top of my head:
The Steelers have won more Super Bowls than any other team.
The Chiefs are located closer to the physical center of the country (well, if you don't count Alaska and Hawaii) than any other NFL team.
If you DO count Alaska and Hawaii, then make it the Broncos.
The Patriots' colors are red, white and blue. Also: "Patriots." And their logo is a guy in a colonial outfit.
And so forth.
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In 1970 NFL Draft did the Chicago Bears lose a coin toss for the number one overall choice?
Yes. The Bears and Pittsburgh Steelers tied at 1-13 for the worst record in the 1969 NFL season. There being no tie breakers in place during the time, the tie was broken by a toss of the coin. Bears executive Ed McCaskey called the toss incorrectly giving the Steelers the #1 overall choice and the Bears the #2 overall choice. The Steelers selected Terry Bradshaw #1 and the Bears traded the #2 to the Packers. Ironically, had there been tie breakers in place at the time, the Steelers would have still received the #1 choice as the Bears only victory in the 1969 season came over the Steelers.
What year did joey porter start playing football?
As far as his NFL career is concerned, Joey Porter was a 3rd round draft choice by the Pittsburgh Steelers in the 1999 NFL draft. He played with the Steelers between 1999-2006 and went to the Dolphins as a free agent for the 2007 season.
Who did the Pittsburgh Steelers trade in 1996 to acquire Jerome Bettis?
Bettis was traded by the St. Louis Rams to the Steelers on the day of the 1996 NFL Draft, along with a 3rd round choice, for a 2nd round choice in the 1996 draft and a 4th round choice in the 1997 draft.
Who was the 1st person to be inducted number 1 draft pick in the nfl hall of fame?
The first overall #1 draft choice elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame was RB Bill Dudley who was selected first by the Pittsburgh Steelers in 1942 and elected to the HoF in 1966.
How did the Pittsburgh Penguins get their name?
The team was named by Carol McGregor, who was the wife of the original owner of the franchise, Pennsylvania State Senator, Jack McGregor. She claimed it natural since the team was playing in an arena which locals called "The Igloo" http://www.pittsburghhockey.net/PensPages/66-69ERA/67Expansion.html
Were the Pittsburgh Steelers the first choice to be called America's Team?
No, the Dallas Cowboys have that title.
Which team drafted Johnny Unitis in 1955?
John Unitas was a 9th round choice of the Pittsburgh Steelers in 1955.
When did mean joe greene join the NFL?
Joe Greene was a first round draft choice of the Pittsburgh Steelers in 1969. He spent his entire career with the Steelers and played from 1969-1981.
What team did mike vrabel play for before the patriots?
Mike Vrabel was a 3rd round choice of the Pittsburgh Steelers in the 1997 NFL draft and played with the Steelers from 1997-2000. He joined the Patriots in 2001.
What color did the Pittsburgh Steelers wear in Super Bowl XLIII white or black?
The NFC was the home conference in 2009. Arizona had the choice of what color to wear. Pittsburgh ended up wearing their white jerseys.
Why do the Pittsburgh Steelers have three quarterbacks and the Green Bay Packers only have one?
That is the coach's choice. Bret Favre often played even when hurt.
In 1970 NFL Draft did the Chicago Bears lose a coin toss for the number one overall choice?
Yes. The Bears and Pittsburgh Steelers tied at 1-13 for the worst record in the 1969 NFL season. There being no tie breakers in place during the time, the tie was broken by a toss of the coin. Bears executive Ed McCaskey called the toss incorrectly giving the Steelers the #1 overall choice and the Bears the #2 overall choice. The Steelers selected Terry Bradshaw #1 and the Bears traded the #2 to the Packers. Ironically, had there been tie breakers in place at the time, the Steelers would have still received the #1 choice as the Bears only victory in the 1969 season came over the Steelers.
How did the Pittsburgh Steelers get their name steelers?
Because they represent the steel mills in Pittsburgh. Pittsburgh is famous for its steel mills. When the Steelers entered the NFL in 1933 they were known as the Pirates. A contest was held by the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette in 1940 to rename the team and Steelers was chosen. This may have had a lot to do with the large steel industry located in Pittsburgh and its surrounding area. Yes, the choice of the Steelers name is related to the steel industry. In fact the Steelers logo is actually the Steel Logo created in 1959 to help identify products made of steel. The three star like shapes represent the raw materials used to make steel. Those materials include iron ore, coal, and limestone. See Web Links for an image of the "Steel Trademark" See Web Links for more information on Pittsburgh and the steel industry
What year did joey porter start playing football?
As far as his NFL career is concerned, Joey Porter was a 3rd round draft choice by the Pittsburgh Steelers in the 1999 NFL draft. He played with the Steelers between 1999-2006 and went to the Dolphins as a free agent for the 2007 season.
Who did the Pittsburgh Steelers trade in 1996 to acquire Jerome Bettis?
Bettis was traded by the St. Louis Rams to the Steelers on the day of the 1996 NFL Draft, along with a 3rd round choice, for a 2nd round choice in the 1996 draft and a 4th round choice in the 1997 draft.
Where could Pittsburgh Steelers tickets be purchased?
According to recent estimates by the NFL Players Union, the city stands to lose as much as $160 million dollars in taxes and job revenue if there is a full lockout next season, but that number seems high and they didn't reveal how they calculated it. By comparison, calculations after the fact reveal that the NHL lockout in 2004-05 cost about $1.6 million in tax revenue, and that local businesses lost around $48 million.
Which Steelers jersey should you buy?
Your favorite player on the team would be a fine choice.
