Hines Ward, Aaron Smith, Chris Hoke and James Farrior.
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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.
The Steelers retired #70. The number was worn by defensive tackle Ernie Stautner.
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.
1998 Hines Ward played for the Steelers from 1998-2011. He retired on March 20, 2012.
Terry Bradshaw's last season as the Steelers starting QB was 1982 and he retired after the 1983 season. He played backup to Cliff Stoudt in the 1983 season and Mark Malone was the Steelers starting QB in the 1984 season with David Woodley being the backup.