With six Super Bowl victories, the Pittsburgh Steelers are recognized as one of the storied franchises in the history of the National Football League.
To help honor the men who contributed to this success, the team announced it was creating a Hall of Honor in August 2017.
"The Hall of Honor will serve as a tribute to the many individuals who have contributed greatly throughout the history of our franchise," said Steelers President Art Rooney II. "This is probably long overdue, and we are excited to begin the process of recognizing these individuals and their accomplishments, both on and off the field, during an annual series of ceremonies."
Each year, the Steelers will induct former players, coaches, and contributors who were integral in sustaining the franchise's success. The standard by which the members of the Hall of Honor are selected are based on the following criteria:
Former Players:
- Retired for at least three seasons
- Must have played for the Steelers for a minimum of three seasons
- Should possess noteworthy career highlights, records, and achievements
Former Coaches and Contributors
- Significant contributions to the team and community
The Hall of Honor's Inaugural Class was announced on Tuesday, Aug. 29, 2017.
The formal induction ceremony took place during the team's annual Alumni Weekend celebration, which took place on Nov. 25-26, 2017
Each Hall of Honor inductee receives a solid steel football, which replicates the original given to Steelers' founder Art Rooney Sr. by the United States Steel Corporation and United Steel Workers in 1982 on the occasion of the team's 50th Season.
Each of the Hall of Honor members also are recognized with a plaque and a steel football in a special display located inside the Steelers Hall of Honor Museum located in Acrisure Stadium.
Below are current members of the Steelers Hall of Honor.
| Name | Position (Years with the Steelers) | Year Inducted |
|---|---|---|
| Jerome Bettis | Running Back (1996 - 2005) | 2017 |
| Rocky Bleier | Running Back (1968, 1970-80) | 2018 |
| Mel Blount | Cornerback (1970 - 1983) | 2017 |
| Terry Bradshaw | Quarterback (1970 - 1983) | 2017 |
| Larry Brown | Tight End/Tackle (1971 - 1984) | 2019 |
| Jack Butler | Cornerback (1951 - 1959) | 2017 |
| Myron Cope | Broadcaster (1970 - 2004) | 2022 |
| Bill Cowher | Head Coach (1992 - 2006) | 2019 |
| Sam Davis | Guard (1967 - 1979) | 2022 |
| Dermontti Dawson | Center (1988 - 2000) | 2017 |
| Buddy Dial | Wide Receiver (1959-63) | 2018 |
| Bill Dudley | Halfback (1942, 1945 - 1946) | 2017 |
| Alan Faneca | Guard (1998-2007) | 2018 |
| James Farrior | Linebacker (2002 - 2011) | 2020 |
| Joe Greene | Defensive Tackle (1969 - 1981); Coach (1987 - 1991) | 2017 |
| Kevin Greene | Linebacker (1993 - 1995) | 2017 |
| L.C. Greenwood | Defensive End (1969 - 1981) | 2017 |
| Jack Ham | Linebacker (1971 - 1982) | 2017 |
| Franco Harris | Running Back (1972 - 1983) | 2017 |
| James Harrison | Linebacker (2002, 2004-12, 2014-17) | 2023 |
| Dick Hoak | Running Back (1961 - 1970); Running Backs Coach (1972 - 2007) | 2017 |
| Tunch Ilkin | Offensive Tackle (1980-92) | 2021 |
| John Henry Johnson | Running Back (1960 - 1965) | 2017 |
| Walt Kiesling | Guard, Tackle (1937 - 1938); Coach (1939 - 1944, 1949 - 1961) | 2017 |
| Jon Kolb | Left Tackle (1969-81) | 2021 |
| Carnell Lake | Safety/Cornerback (1989-98) | 2021 |
| Jack Lambert | Linebacker (1974 - 1984) | 2017 |
| Bobby Layne | Quarterback, Kicker (1958 - 1962) | 2017 |
| Louis Lipps | Wide Receiver (1984-91) | 2021 |
| Greg Lloyd | Linebacker (1988 - 1997) | 2020 |
| Ray Mansfield | Center (1964-76) | 2023 |
| Ray Mathews | Halfback/Right End (1951 - 1959) | 2022 |
| John McNally | Halfback (1934, 1937 - 1938); Coach (1937 - 1939) | 2017 |
| Heath Miller | Tight End (2005 - 2015) | 2022 |
| Gerry Mullins | Offensive Guard (1971-79) | 2023 |
| Elbie Nickel | Tight End (1947 - 1957) | 2019 |
| Chuck Noll | Head Coach (1969 - 1991) | 2017 |
| Bill Nunn | Scout, Assistant Director Player Personnel, Senior Scout (1968-2014) | 2018 |
| Troy Polamalu | Safety (2003 - 2014) | 2020 |
| Art Rooney Jr. | Personnel Director (1965-1986); Vice President (1987-Current) | 2018 |
| Arthur J. Rooney, Sr. | Founder, President, and Chairman of the Board (1933 - 1988) | 2017 |
| Daniel M. Rooney | President, Chairman (1955 - 2017) | 2017 |
| Andy Russell | Linebacker (1962, 1966 - 1976) | 2017 |
| Donnie Shell | Safety (1974 - 1987) | 2017 |
| Aaron Smith | Defensive End (1999-2011) | 2023 |
| John Stallworth | Wide Receiver (1974 - 1987) | 2017 |
| Ernie Stautner | Defensive Tackle (1950 - 1963) | 2017 |
| Lynn Swann | Wide Receiver (1974 - 1982) | 2017 |
| Mike Wagner | Safety (1971 - 1980) | 2020 |
| Hines Ward | Wide Receiver (1998 - 2011) | 2019 |
| Mike Webster | Center (1974 - 1988) | 2017 |
| Dwight White | Defensive End (1971 - 1980) | 2020 |
| Rod Woodson | Cornerback (1987 - 1996) | 2017 |
