Former Steelers defensive lineman L.C. Greenwood is one of three finalists for the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2026 in the Seniors category.

Greenwood was drafted by the Steelers in the 10th round of the 1969 NFL Draft, the 238th overall pick out of Arkansas AM&N.

He went on to play 13 seasons for the Steelers, becoming a starter his third season, and was a key part of the Steelers four Super Bowl championships in the 1970s.

Greenwood was a member of the Steel Curtain defense, along with Joe Greene, Dwight White and Ernie Holmes, that dominated opposing offenses.

Greene even credited Greenwood with some of his success.

"I would not have had nearly the success without L.C.," said Greene. "We were partners."

In Greenwood's first year as a starter in 1971 he had five fumble recoveries. He led the Steelers in sacks with 8.5 in 1973, following by a career-high 11 sacks in 1974, both which were 14-game seasons. He finished his career with 73.5 sacks, a number that still ranks fifth all-time in Steelers history.

Greenwood also had 12.5 postseason sacks, which is tied for fifth all-time in the NFL for postseason sacks.

"He gets less credit that he deserves playing next to Joe," said Hall of Fame linebacker Jack Ham. "No question Joe deserves all the accolades he has received. But LC deserves them too."

He was a two-time first team Associated Press All-Pro selection (1974, 1975) and a six-time Pro Bowl selection (1973-76, 1978-79). He was also a member of the Steelers All-Time Team, the NFL 1970s All-Decade Team and was a member of the inaugural Steelers Hall of Honor Class of 2017.