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Former Steeler player4/21/2010
  Q: I met a person by the name of Mark Plevelich and he told me he was a member of the Steelers as an ...
  A: Scot: While Mark Plevelich is not listed on the OFFICIAL all-time roster of the Pittsburgh ...
Steelers to wear #10 historically4/15/2010
  Q: Besides Santonio Holmes, Kordell Stewart, and the 1970's Roy Gerela, can you give me a list of the ...
  A: Those who wore #10 and the years they played for the Steelers: Santonio Holmes (06-08) Kordell ...
Lambert jersey4/3/2010
  Q: as a kid, I had a Steelers Jack Lambert home jersey given to me by my neighbor, Joe Scibelli. ...
  A: Steve: While I do not know any brokers or collectible franchises that might be able to authenticate ...
# 402/23/2010
  Q: Who were the Steelers honoring on their helmets 40 in Ben Rothlesbergers rookie year??
  A: After reviewing tapes from that season, the Steelers did not wear a tribute number on their helmets ...
Meeting the steelers12/21/2009
  Q: My boyfriend is a HUGE steeler fan and in January 2010 we are going to Pittsburgh and i would like ...
  A: Roxana: Unfortunately, the only way to meet the Steelers in person is to see them when they are at ...
Steeler number 12 on old poster12/9/2009
  Q: I have an old Pittsburgh Steelers pennant showing a player wearing a gold jersey with black trim and ...
  A: Fran: Sorry for the delay in answering your question. Players that have worn the #12 in the history ...
Rounds Numbers11/28/2009
  Q: Mr. Steeler, Was there any reason the Steelers change their number from blocks to round back in ...
  A: Tony: The Steelers switched to rounded numbers In 1997 with the stated reason being that they ...
Man with a gun11/16/2009
  Q: Who was the Steeler defensive player that was released in the 1980's because they found a gun in his ...
  A: Phil: I don't recall any Steelers player being released for that reason, however, Deon Figures who ...
Steeler/Iowa Hawkeye Uniforms.11/2/2009
  Q: Please explain the uniform similarities of the Iowa Hawkeyes to those of the Steelers. Is this a ...
  A: J.D.: Here's your answer from a web site at: ...
players enterance10/14/2009
  Q: Harvey a friend of mine is going to his first home game sunday and i was wandering if you could tell ...
  A: Marc: I've been to a few games at Heinz Field, but unlike my days at Three Rivers Stadium, I'm not ...
players enterance10/14/2009
  Q: Harvey a friend of mine is going to his first home game sunday and i was wandering if you could tell ...
  A: Marc: I believe the players come out under section 144 by the scoreboard. However, you may not be ...
Pittsburgh Steelers9/29/2009
  Q: I was wondering if you can tell me all of the players who played for Pittsburgh that had the # 26.
  A: Players who have worn the number 26 in the history of the Steelers are as follows with the years ...
Steeleretts9/25/2009
  Q: I was a steelerette in the 1970s around 1974 with a group of 15-20 women for two years led by a ...
  A: Kathleen: I'm not sure if it was you I have had previous contact with but another member of the ...
steelers9/21/2009
  Q: Who wore the number 86 for the Steelers during the era of the 70's?
  A: The following players wore the number 86 during the 1970's with the years they played for the ...
Steeler Quarterback8/26/2009
  Q: What is the name of the Steeler who played quarterback and spent most of his time on the bench while ...
  A: Without providing which year (s) you are referring to, this question could pertain to several backup ...
Jersey8/10/2009
  Q: I'm looking for a Joe Gilliam throwback jersey are they available and if so where can I find them?
  A: I found a jersey for sale with Gilliam's name and number but it is not of the same model of the ...
Real name7/22/2009
  Q: Is "Rocky" Rocky Bleier's real name?
  A: Nope, his birth name was Robert. According to Wikipedia: He was nicknamed "Rocky" as a baby. Bleier ...
Joe Greene,Bleier, Dick Lebeau info6/14/2009
  Q: Do you know when, and for how long, Joe Greene wore #72. When Rocky switched to #20? This one about ...
  A: Joe Greene wore the #72 for just one season, his rookie year in 1972. Bleier switched from #26 ...
70's5/23/2009
  Q: 1. Did the Steelers have an offical Off. Coordinator prior to Tom Moore in 1983? Who called the ...
  A: Andy: Prior to Tom Moore being named Offensive Coordinator after 1982, the Steelers DID NOT have an ...
Top Defenses of NFL4/28/2009
  Q: I am Neil Zalavadia and I am in 8th grade at School Lane Charter School. In class we have to do a ...
  A: Neil: Here are my answers to your three questions. 1. While many experts consider the 1985 Chicago ...
Top Defenses of NFL4/28/2009
  Q: I am Neil Zalavadia and I am in 8th grade at School Lane Charter School. In class we have to do a ...
  A: Neil: I am honored that you have chosen me as an expert to answer this question for you. If the ...
Steeler name Jackson4/17/2009
  Q: What are the names of the Pittsburg Steeler with the last name Jackson from the 1980's.
  A: Odetta: The "Jacksons" are: Earnest Jackson, Earnest running back, Texas A&M 1986-88 John ...
steelers number 333/28/2009
  Q: which steeler wore the number 33?
  A: Players that wore number 33 with the year (s) they played in paranetheses are: Russell Stuvaints ...
Franco Harris3/25/2009
  Q: Steeler..you have always helped before so I am coming to you again..My brother got a great Franco ...
  A: Katie: I can tell you this about Franco Harris. He is a very private person and RARELY does ...
#393/13/2009
  Q: We have a painting of Steeler #39 in a yellow & white jersey. I think it was from the late 70's or ...
  A: Franco Harris was #32 so it is not him. However, it could be one of several other players: Rick ...
Bettis Jersey2/9/2009
  Q: Harvey, About how much do you think an authentic autographed Jerome Bettis Super Bowl XL jersey is ...
  A: I'm by no means an expert on values of these types of items, but if I had to guess I'd say based on ...
Mendenhall1/15/2009
  Q: Steeler..Just wondering why Mendenhall is out for the season with a shoulder injury?? How bad was it ...
  A: Katie: Mendenhall was injured in the first game with the Baltimore Ravens on a hit by Ray Lewis. I ...
steelers12/28/2008
  Q: who was kordel stewarts back up
  A: Paul: While with the Steelers, Kordell was on the roster with Kent Graham for one season while ...
STEELERS12/6/2008
  Q: WHAT IS THE SONG PLAYED WHEN THE STEELERS TAKE THE FEILD OR DURING PLAYER INTRODUCTION OF STARTING ...
  A: Joe: Sorry for the delay, I did my best to try to find out what the song is. My resources suggested ...
#7411/20/2008
  Q: I'm a teacher in NYC and one of my students has an autograph of a Steeler player that is retired. ...
  A: Players that have worn the number 74 in the history of the Steelers with the years they played are: ...
Steelers in the late game11/10/2008
  Q: What is the Steelers record when playing the late game (4pm EST) and not on the west coast over the ...
  A: Tom: I wish I had time to research your very good question but it would take plenty of hours of ...
meeting the team!11/6/2008
  Q: I have this dream to get my boyfriend, whose a HUGE steelers fan/ college football player, to meet ...
  A: Joell: I wish I could assist you in this dream of yours but unfortunately, there are thousands more ...
D.Dixon10/30/2008
  Q: DO YOU THINK THE STEELERS WILL EVER USE DIXON LIKE THEY DID RANDEL EL??
  A: Katie: As long as the Steelers keep winning and are in the playoff race, I don't think Mike Tomlin ...
returning kicks10/27/2008
  Q: Please explain to me why is Davenport returning kicks?? Die hard Steelers fan but it seems we are ...
  A: Katie: The problem is that the Steelers do not have a true kick return or punt returner. Rashard ...
steelers10/11/2008
  Q: who was drafted in 1994 in the third round from oklahoma state he made the pro bowl three times ...
  A: That would be Jason Gildon. However, the Steelers actually had 2 picks in the third round that year. ...
meet the players10/5/2008
  Q: I have been waiting my entire life to get one steeler autograph in person. I am going to the ...
  A: Phil: I apologize for not answering this sooner, but this past weekend I was extremely busy. I hope ...
How many steelers quarterbacks from before 1970 are still alive?9/22/2008
  Q: They had a lot of different quarterbacks in there first 40 years. Just wondering if you know the ...
  A: It would take some heavy duty research to locate the quarterbacks of the Steelers from that far back ...
Hi Mr. Steeler,9/19/2008
  Q: My boys and I live in Epworth, Iowa and we are going to be attending one of the games as soon as I ...
  A: Steve: Get there early and you can try. I know this...I was on the Steelers sideline 4 years ago ...
Hi Mr. Steeler,9/19/2008
  Q: My boys and I live in Epworth, Iowa and we are going to be attending one of the games as soon as I ...
  A: Steve: Are you going to one game in particular? In order to meet any of the Steelers, it is tough. ...
Uniform numbers list9/18/2008
  Q: I am a fan of both the Yankees and the Steelers. I found a site recently ...
  A: Cathyn: There is a site to view every Pittsburgh Steelers player ever by jersey number and you can ...
Robin Cole9/15/2008
  Q: whatever happened to Robin Cole who was a linebacker for the Steelers in 1977? Do you have any ...
  A: Robin Cole is alive and well and active in charities in and around Pittsburgh! He attended the Steel ...
meeting the Steelers9/12/2008
  Q: My husband & I are going to the Steelers vs Cowboys game on 12/7/08. Could you tell me how to ...
  A: Unfortunately, when the Steelers play at home, the players mostly stay at their own homes. The only ...
Greg Lloyd8/26/2008
  Q: Where is he now?
  A: Bruce: Funny you ask about Greg Lloyd because he is doing just fine living with his wife in North ...
Terry Bradshaw7/29/2008
  Q: hOW AND WHEN DID TERRIES DAD DIE
  A: Brett: As far as I know, Terry Bradshaw's father is still alive and was mentioned in an online ...
# 404/20/2008
  Q: What steeler players have worn the number 40
  A: Players for the Pittsburgh Steelers who wore #40 followed by the year they played in Black and Gold ...
How to meet the players4/19/2008
  Q: My husband and I are going to attend the Steeler game in Jacksonville. Could you tell me how we ...
  A: Amanda: Where the Steelers stay for games is always kept private. However, when the game gets ...
2008 schedule4/9/2008
  Q: any idea when the 2008 scheldule will come out, i had heard it should be out this week, april 7. ...
  A: Mark: Rumor had it that the schedules were to come out last week but instead it was just the ...
John Grayson3/17/2008
  Q: Can you gove me any info about a former Steelers' player named John Grayson? Does anyone have a ...
  A: This question has come up several times, and there has never been a player named John Grayson on an ...
Tunch Ilkin2/17/2008
  Q: I am wondering what your thoughts are on whether or not Tunch will make it to the hall of Fame.
  A: While Tunch Ilkin was a solid offensive lineman, men who play the O-line are rarely voted into the ...
Calvin Sweeney trading card2/10/2008
  Q: Has there ever been a trading card for Calvin Sweeney? I have been looking high and low for one.
  A: Laura: Every NFL player gets a trading card made for him. However, finding one may be a bigger ...
Steelers Internship2/5/2008
  Q: I am just wondering if the Steelers have internships available and if so, how do I apply for them? ...
  A: I'm pretty sure they might, and I would suggest the best way to find out is to either write or call ...
I was given an autograph.1/31/2008
  Q: My daughter gave me an autographed photo from what looks to be mid 80's. It shows nothing of real ...
  A: My best guess is that the photo is probably Mike Wagner who played for the Steelers from 1971-1980. ...
steelers vs browns1/11/2008
  Q: What is the overall record of Steeelers vs. Browns matchups?
  A: Naomi: The history of the Pittsburgh Steelers when playing the Cleveland Browns has produced 55 ...
Willie ?????1/6/2008
  Q: Wasn't there a player 'Willie ??????' from years ago who was from the Hill District and when he ...
  A: Bonnie: That would be Willie Stargell of the Pittsburgh Pirates. Whenever "Pops" as he was known ...
Charles Dudley Hinton1/3/2008
  Q: I would like to know more information about my great-uncle. He was my Grandmother's youngest brother ...
  A: Darin: Charles Dudley "Chuck" Hinton (born August 11, 1939 in Raleigh, North Carolina) is a former ...
jersey number 1012/12/2007
  Q: What Steelers have worn #10?
  A: Bradley: Steelers players who have worn the #10 followed in parantheses by the year(s) they played ...
steelers12/10/2007
  Q: was pittsburg and philadelphia ever combined as a team in the 60's
  A: Barb: The Steelers and Eagles did combine teams, but the year was 1943 when the two franchises ...
1970's steeler roster11/5/2007
  Q: i have 30 signatures from the mid 1970's steelers and i believe they are from 1977. can i get the ...
  A: The best way to find out who wore those uniform numbers is to go to the listing of the all-time ...
Cheerleaders11/2/2007
  Q: WHY DON'T THE STEELERS HAVE ANY CHEERLEADERS?
  A: JoAnna: The Steelers actually did have cheerleaders back in the 1960's and were called the ...
Employment with thesSteelers10/31/2007
  Q: I am a personal trainer and would like to contact someone with the Steelers about becoming an ...
  A: Jeff: The Steelers already have two trainers on their staff, however, if you want to still contact ...
steelers10/24/2007
  Q: has there ever been any steelers who wore the # 85?
  A: Mary Jo: The following players have worn the number 85 for the Steelers: Nate Washington (05-06), ...
autographs10/22/2007
  Q: how much do you think a signed Super Bowl XL dvd is worth? It was autographed by jerome bettis
  A: Kristen: It is hard to say what a collector might pay for it, but if you are interested in selling ...
Quaterbacks10/18/2007
  Q: could you give me a list of all the starting quarterbacks from 1933 in chronological order?
  A: Here are the quarterbacks starting from this year and going back in history: Ben Roethlisberger ...
safteys10/18/2007
  Q: my boss at ok grocery "feeder to giant eagle" was a saftey for the steelers, for an unknown amout of ...
  A: Players from the 1970's and 80's who played safety are: Thomas Everett Darren Perry Greg Best Dave ...
Jack Lambert Jersey10/10/2007
  Q: My dad has a Jack Lambert Jersey, and I'm trying to verify if it's an authentic game worn jersey or ...
  A: Mike: All I could find on All Star Sports is a web site for them and they are based in California. ...
steelers10/5/2007
  Q: Who was the first Steeler to score 4 TD's in a game?
  A: That would be Ray Mathews who as a receiver scored four touchdowns against the Cleveland Browns on ...
steeler quarterbacks9/27/2007
  Q: could you possibly give me a list of all the steeler starting quarterbacks since 1933 or give me an ...
  A: Jerry: I have the ENTIRE list of Steelers quarterbacks and I only gave you the starters if you are ...
steeler uniforms..9/26/2007
  Q: I'm sure each of the steeler players owns more than one uniform, but what do they do with the ones ...
  A: Emmy: This is definitely one of the most unique questions I have been asked. I can't answer it ...
past offensive coordinators9/10/2007
  Q: Do you remember the name of the offensive coordinator that had a complex scheme and I believe his ...
  A: The only offensive coordinator in Steelers history that I can think of that fits the description you ...
Pitts. Steelers8/26/2007
  Q: Will they beat Phil. Eagles tonight? ANSWER: It's not so much beating Philadelphia but how the ...
  A: Jay: It is an evaluation but they starting lineup will also be playing the entire first half, so in ...
ROBIN COLE8/3/2007
  Q: ROBIN COLE IS MY MOTHERS BABY BROTHER - I WOULD LIKE TO SEE HOW GOOD YOU ARE - DID ROBIN EVER PLAY ...
  A: Glad to meet you and glad to have met Robin two weeks ago in Latrobe at the Steel City Mafia's ...
first and last TDs6/5/2007
  Q: Aronson, I know this is asking a lot, but I was wondering if you could tell me the first and last ...
  A: Franco Harris: 1st touchdown came against Houston Oilers in 1972 last touchdown came against the ...
Past player4/14/2007
  Q: greetings ~ was there a player by the name of Mick Depp that ever played for the Steelers. If so, ...
  A: Ginger: I'm sorry but I did some research and it doesn't appear there was ever a player by that ...
Steelers colors!!!2/6/2007
  Q: y did the pittsburgh steelers pick black and gold as their team colors?
  A: Chey: There is no definitive answer as to why the Steelers wear black and gold, however, when the ...
CHEERLEADING1/10/2007
  Q: HAS TH STEELERS EVER HA A CHERR LEADIND SQUAD MY FRIEND SAYS THEY DID WHEN THEY PLAYED IN FORBES ...
  A: Robert: You can tell your friend that he is VERY wrong. The Steelers did in fact have a ...
steeler quarterbacks12/5/2006
  Q: List in cronological order please, the quarterbacks that have played for the steelers since terry ...
  A: Colleen: I believe these are the quarterbacks who have played on the Steelers team beginning with ...
player on 1976 roster11/27/2006
  Q: he play for the Arkansas razorbacks before going to pittsburgh.i know his home town was McGee ...
  A: Freddy Douglas did not play for the Steelers but did play for Tampa Bay. I found the following ...
logos11/26/2006
  Q: why do the steelers only have the logo on one side of their helmets??
  A: Ralph: The most common reason I have learned is that back in the 1960's, Art Rooney Sr. the then ...
book on the 75 steelers11/24/2006
  Q: My brother-in-law has a book signed by the 75 steelers minus Terry Bradshaw. the title is (Once a ...
  A: Mark: I tried to research this book as well and could not find any information on such a book, and ...
winning the division11/15/2006
  Q: My mistake on the mumber of game in divisional play, but, none the less, your answer tells me that ...
  A: Your logic makes sense. That argument has been tossed over the fires many times in the past. As for ...
winning the division11/14/2006
  Q: in a four team NFL division, it is possible for one team to finish the season with an 11-5 record ...
  A: Jack: There are only six divisional games for each team in the NFL so it would be impossible for a ...
Steelers Bars10/31/2006
  Q: I live in New York and love watching the Steelers game from a local bar here, however, my girlfriend ...
  A: Go to the web site of the Pittsburgh Steelers Fan Club of Baltimore (PSFCOB)and you will find ...
steeler head coaches10/23/2006
  Q: how many head coaches have the steelers had in their history
  A: Gerry: The following men have coached the Pittsburgh Steelers since their first season in the NFL ...
steelers uniforms10/3/2006
  Q: have the pittsburgh steelers always had the same uniforms as they do now
  A: The Steelers uniforms have changed a number of times throughout their history. If you'd like a more ...
FORMER PLAYER MIKE JAMISON9/29/2006
  Q: DO YOU KNOW OF ANY SITES WHERE I CAN GET A PICTURE OF MIKE JAMISON HE PLAYED FOR THE STEELERS AND ...
  A: I checked the all-time rosters for both the Steelers and the Giants and there was never a player ...
info on 1974 AFC playoff ball9/20/2006
  Q: I work at a auto body shop in Red bluff California, 1 of the guys that has lived here all his life ...
  A: Sue: All I can tell you is that the 1974 playoff game between Oakland and Pittsburgh was the AFC ...
Pittsburgh Steelers9/12/2006
  Q: my wife is a long time Steelers fan but she can not remember who wore #80 in the past. any clue she ...
  A: The following are players who have wore the jersey number 80 with the year they played for the ...
Terry Bradshaw8/28/2006
  Q: Near the end of Bradshaw's career, I seem to recall that in an effort to continue playing, he toyed ...
  A: I don't recall Bradshaw making an attempt to switch throwing hands, however, the story is that Chuck ...
pittsburgh steelers8/22/2006
  Q: is there any websites that will tell me the names and the strings that the names go to from back in ...
  A: Mark: Jon Kolb was a starting tackle for the Pittsburgh Steelers for their Super Bowl runs in the ...
Steelers QB/ WR8/16/2006
  Q: What is the name of the Steelers WR who doubled as a QB in recent years?
  A: The Pittsburgh Steelers have had several wide receivers who doubled as quarterbacks, mostly on trick ...

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