The steel industry.
Pittsburgh is a major steel-producing city, so the name is a nod to local industry. The team was originally named the Pirates but changed to the Steelers in 1940.
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The Pittsburgh Steelers are named after the city's steel industry, which was a dominant economic force in the region during the early 20th century. Founded in 1933, the team was initially called the "Pittsburgh Pirates" before adopting the name "Steelers" in 1940 to honor the hardworking steelworkers. The name reflects the team's connection to Pittsburgh's industrial heritage and the blue-collar spirit of its fans.
The Steelers were first named the Pittsburgh Pirates and in 1940 they were renamed the Steelers.
From 1933-1939 the Steelers were named the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Gary Anderson was named the Steelers' MVP in 1983.
Art Rooney founded the Pittsburgh Pirates on July 8, 1933. In 1940 the team was re-named the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Eberle Schultz played the guard position on the Pittsburgh Steelers in 1941-1942.
The Pittsburgh Steelers ( then named the Pittsburgh Pirates ) first game was on September 20, 1933. They lost 23 - 2 to the NY Giants.
Click on the link below to see the Steelers all-time roster.
There is no listing of a player by that name on the Steelers all-time roster.
There is no player named William Crosby on the Steelers all-time roster.