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Walking to the Steelers locker room to console them for losing to the Raiders and congratulate them on a great season, the first season the Steelers made the NFL playoffs in their history. He did not see the play.
It's actually part of the great folklore in NFL history. Mr. Rooney left his owners suite and was on his way down the elevator to congratulate his team on a great season despite the loss in the divisional playoff game. He ended up missing the greatest play in NFL history.
To be specific, he was in the elevator.
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What is the name of Art Rooney's son who took over the Pittsburgh Steelers?
Art Rooney Sr's son is Dan Rooney, who is the teams chairman.Dan's son, Art Rooney II, is the president and co-owner of the Pittsburgh Steelers.
How long have the Rooney's owned the Pittsburgh Steelers team?
Art Rooney purchased the NFL franchise in 1933. The Rooney family till today still own the Steelers. Dan Rooney (Art's son) is the Chairman and Dan's son, Art Rooney II is the President.
How much did Art Rooney pay for the Pittsburgh Steelers?
Art Rooney Sr. bought the Pittsburgh Steelers franchise (formerly known as the Pittsburgh Pirates) in 1933 for $2,500.
How long have the Rooney's owned the Pittsburgh Steelers?
Art Rooney Sr. founded the Steelers on July 8, 1933 and the Rooney family have been majority owners ever since.
How long has Dan Rooney owned the Pittsburgh Steelers?
Dan Rooney was the Steelers president from 1975-2002. An outright owner from 1988-2002. He then passed ownership to his son Art Rooney II in 2003.
What is Art Rooney's birthday?
Art Rooney was born on January 27, 1901.
What was Art Rooney Sr's nickname?
Art Rooney Sr. was nicknamed "The Chief".
Does Art Rooney still own the Pittsburgh Steelers?
Art Rooney Sr. died on August 25, 1988, but the Steelers are still owned by the Rooney Family. The teams chairman is Dan Rooney and the president is Art Rooney II.
How did Art Rooney Sr. die?
Art Rooney Sr. died from complications from a stroke.
Who founded the Pittsburgh Steelers?
The Rooney's. Art Rooney started the franchise, now it is run by his son. Dan Rooney (Art Rooney's son) is the owner & chairman of the Steelers. Art Rooney II (Dan Rooney's son), is the President and co-owner of the team.
When was Art Rooney II born?
Art Rooney II was born on 1952-09-14.
What is the name of Art Rooney's son who took over the Pittsburgh Steelers?
Art Rooney Sr's son is Dan Rooney, who is the teams chairman.Dan's son, Art Rooney II, is the president and co-owner of the Pittsburgh Steelers.
How old is Art Rooney II?
Art Rooney II is 59 years old. He was born on September 14, 1952.
How long have the Rooney's owned the Pittsburgh Steelers team?
Art Rooney purchased the NFL franchise in 1933. The Rooney family till today still own the Steelers. Dan Rooney (Art's son) is the Chairman and Dan's son, Art Rooney II is the President.
Who is Art Rooney's great granddaughter?
Susan Rooney Lewis
How much did Art Rooney spend to start the team in 1933?
Art Rooney spent $2,500. to purchase the Steelers in 1933.
Art Rooney's nickname was?
"The Chief"
