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Why is the number 70 retired for the Pittsburgh Steelers?

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∙ 14y ago

Updated: 11/4/2022

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.

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What number did the Pittsburgh Steelers retire?

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

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.

Which numbers from the Pittsburgh Steelers are no longer issued?

The Pittsburgh Steelers do not normally retire numbers, however, they have chosen to not distribute several numbers. The only official retired number is Ernie Stautner's 70. The numbers 12, 32, 52, 58, 59 and 75 will probably not be seen in the near future. Also, I wouldn't expect to see 36 again anytime soon.

Is Terry Bradshaw's number 12 jersey retired?

No, it is not. The Steelers will have only two numbers retired in their history. Ernie Stautner's #70 is one and on November 2, 2014, Joe Greene's #75 will also be retired.

What are the two NFL teams that Art Rooney owned?

Pittsburgh Steelers & Philadephia EaglesArt Rooney founded the Pittsburgh Steelers (originally the Pittsburgh Pirates).later, he sold the Pittsburgh franchise and bought 70% of the Philadephia Eagles franchise.

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