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There were many. The main running backs that took the majority of rushing attempts during that period were Merril Hoge, Leroy Thompson, Barry Foster, Erric Pegram, Bam Morris, Amos Zereoue, Jerome Bettis, Duce Staley, Willie Parker and Rashard Mendenhall.
During the 2011 season, the Steelers running backs were Rashard Mendenhall, Mewelde Moore, Isaac Redman, Jonathan Dwyer and John Clay. Their fullback was David Johnson.
Mendenhall and Dwyer ended the season on injured reserve.
There were several backs during each season. Merril Hoge, Bam Morris, Erric Pegram and Barry Foster pretty much carried the load for the Steelers from 1990-1995. Jerome Bettis became a Steeler in 1996 and finished out the decade as the premier running back for the team.
- 1980 - Franco Harris, Rocky Bleier and Sidney Thornton
- 1981 - Franco Harris, Frank Pollard and Sidney Thornton
- 1982 - Franco Harris, Frank Pollard and Walter Abercrombie
- 1983 - Franco Harris, Frank Pollard and Walter Abercrombie
- 1984 - Frank Pollard, Walter Abercrombie and Rich Erenberg
- 1985 - Frank Pollard, Walter Abercrombie and Rich Erenberg
- 1986 - Earnest Jackson, Walter Abercrombie and Rich Erenberg
For the 2010 season, the starting running back for the Steelers was Rashard Mendenhall. He was backed up by Mewelde Moore, Isaac Redman and Jonathan Dwyer.
- Rashard Mendenhall - 324 attempts / 1,273 yards
- Isaac Redman - 53 att. / 247 yds.
- Mewelde Moore - 33 att. / 99 yds.
Willie Parker was the Steelers starting running back in Super Bowl XLIII, played on February 1, 2009.
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Who played running back with Jerome Bettis in 1997 for the Pittsburgh Steelers?
The running backs along with Jerome Bettis were Fred McAfee and George Jones. The fullbacks were Tim Lester and Jon Witman.
What years was Tony Dungy a coach for the Pittsburgh Steelers?
He played for the Steelers from 1977-1978, he coached Pittsburgh's defensive backs from 1981-1983. He was then the defensive coordinator from 1984-1988. He was never the head coach.
Who were the defensive backs for the Pittsburgh Steelers in 1979?
In the 1979 season, the Steelers cornerbacks were Mel Blount and J.T. Thomas, the free safety was Ron Johnson and the strong safety was Donnie Shell.
What are the names of the Pittsburgh Steelers defensive backs?
Troy Polamalu (SS), William Gay (CB), Ike Taylor (CB), Bryant McFadden (CB), and Ryan Clark (FS).
Did Mike Tomlin win a Super Bowl ring with the Pittsburgh Steelers as a coordinator?
No. Mike Tomlin won Super Bowl XLIII as the Steelers head coach. He won Super Bowl XXXVII as the Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive backs coach.
Who played running back with Jerome Bettis in 1997 for the Pittsburgh Steelers?
The running backs along with Jerome Bettis were Fred McAfee and George Jones. The fullbacks were Tim Lester and Jon Witman.
When will the Pittsburgh Steelers decide to draft some defensive backs?
When Troy Polamalu goes bald.
What years was Tony Dungy a coach for the Pittsburgh Steelers?
He played for the Steelers from 1977-1978, he coached Pittsburgh's defensive backs from 1981-1983. He was then the defensive coordinator from 1984-1988. He was never the head coach.
Who were the running backs for the Pittsburgh Steelers from 1989-1998?
Tim Worley Merrill Hoge Barry Foster Leroy Thompson Erric Pegrem Bam Morris Jerome Bettis Warren Williams Fred McAfee
Who were the defensive backs for the Pittsburgh Steelers in 1979?
In the 1979 season, the Steelers cornerbacks were Mel Blount and J.T. Thomas, the free safety was Ron Johnson and the strong safety was Donnie Shell.
Who were the past running backs for the Pittsburgh Steelers in the last 5 years?
In the past 5 years there has been a few different starters fro the steelers. First there was Jerome Bettis, then Duece Staley, then Willie Parker, who is currently backed up by Rashard Mendenhall(sp.), Mewelde Moore, and Carey Davis.
Why did Jerome Bettis Become famous?
Because he was one of the best running backs Pittsburgh ever had.
Where is Dick Hoak's hometown?
Richard John Hoak (born December 8, 1939 in Jeannette, Pennsylvania) is a former running backs coach for the Pittsburgh Steelers - the longest tenured coach in the team's history. He was also a running back with the Steelers (1961-1970) and a noted collegiate player at Penn State.
What are the names of the Pittsburgh Steelers defensive backs?
Troy Polamalu (SS), William Gay (CB), Ike Taylor (CB), Bryant McFadden (CB), and Ryan Clark (FS).
Did Mike Tomlin win a Super Bowl ring with the Pittsburgh Steelers as a coordinator?
No. Mike Tomlin won Super Bowl XLIII as the Steelers head coach. He won Super Bowl XXXVII as the Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive backs coach.
What movie and television projects has Bruce Arians been in?
Bruce Arians has: Played Himself - Cleveland Browns Offensive Coordinator in "The NFL on CBS" in 1956. Played Himself - Pittsburgh Steelers Offensive Coordinator in "The NFL on CBS" in 1956. Played Himself - Pittsburgh Steelers Offensive Coordinator in "NFL Monday Night Football" in 1970. Played Himself - Alabama Crimson Tide Running Backs Coach in "1982 Liberty Bowl" in 1982. Played Himself - Indianapolis Colts Interim Head Coach in "Mike and Mike in the Morning" in 2005. Played Himself - Pittsburgh Steelers Offensive Coordinator in "NBC Sunday Night Football" in 2006. Played Himself - Pittsburgh Steelers Offensive Coordinator in "NFL Thursday Night Football" in 2006.
What team does Troy Polamalu play for?
Troy Polamalu is a strong safety for the Pittsburgh Steelers. His job is to cover the 'strong side' of the offense by helping shut down the run and breaking up pass plays. It's a hard hitting position, even though these players are defensive backs, they hit like linebackers.
