The Pittsburgh Steelers Hall of Honor: Every Inductee

The Pittsburgh Steelers Hall of Honor is the franchise's highest tribute, celebrating the players whose passion, grit, and greatness wrote the most beloved chapters in black and gold history. These are the names that live forever in the hearts of Steelers fans everywhere.

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Terry Bradshaw (QB, 1970-83): Inducted 2017 (Hall of Fame)

Terry Bradshaw quarterbacked the Steelers from 1970 to 1983, leading the team through one of the most celebrated dynasties in NFL history. His fearless arm and championship pedigree made him a legend in Pittsburgh long before the rest of the world caught up. Inducted into the Hall of Honor in 2017, his place in Steelers lore is as secure as it gets.

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Hines Ward (WR, 1998-2011): Inducted 2019

From 1998 to 2011, Hines Ward brought a relentless toughness and an irresistible smile to the Steelers receiver corps, becoming one of the most beloved players in franchise history. He blocked like a lineman, caught like an artist, and competed like every single snap was the last one he would ever take. His 2019 induction into the Hall of Honor was a moment Steelers fans had been waiting a long time to celebrate.

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Troy Polamalu (S, 2003-14): Inducted 2020 (Hall of Fame)

Troy Polamalu patrolled the Steelers secondary from 2003 to 2014, and his presence alone changed the way opposing offenses dared to operate. With his iconic flowing hair and an almost supernatural football instinct, he became one of the most recognizable and feared players of his generation. The Hall of Honor welcomed him in 2020, a fitting tribute to a player who gave everything he had to Pittsburgh.

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Ben Roethlisberger (QB, 2004-21): Inducted 2025

Ben Roethlisberger spent 18 seasons under center for the Steelers from 2004 to 2021, cementing himself as the most productive quarterback in franchise history. His ability to extend plays, absorb contact, and deliver in the biggest moments made him a cornerstone of the black and gold for nearly two decades. Inducted into the Hall of Honor in 2025, Big Ben's legacy is a permanent part of everything Pittsburgh football stands for.

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The Whole Lineup on One Plaque

Can't pick just one? The Pittsburgh Steelers All-Time Greats plaque brings the franchise legends together on a single piece.

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The Complete Pittsburgh Steelers Hall of Honor (Chronological)

Every member of the Pittsburgh Steelers Hall of Honor, in the order they were inducted.

Inductee Position Years with Team Inducted
Andy Russell LB 2017
Art Rooney, Sr. (Hall of Fame) FounderPresidentChairman of the Board 1933-88 2017
Bill Dudley (Hall of Fame) HB 2017
Bobby Layne (Hall of Fame) QB 1958-62 2017
Chuck Noll (Hall of Fame) Coach 1969-91 2017
Dan Rooney, Sr. (Hall of Fame) PresidentChairman 1955-2017 2017
Dermontti Dawson (Hall of Fame) C 1988-2000 2017
Dick Hoak 2017
Donnie Shell (Hall of Fame) S 1974-87 2017
Ernie Stautner (Hall of Fame) DT 1950-63 2017
Franco Harris (Hall of Fame) FB 1972-83 2017
Jack Butler (Hall of Fame) CB 1951-59 2017
Jack Ham (Hall of Fame) MLB 1971-82 2017
Jack Lambert (Hall of Fame) LB 1974-84 2017
Jerome Bettis (Hall of Fame) RB 1996-2005 2017
Joe Greene (Hall of Fame) DT 1969-81 2017
John Henry Johnson (Hall of Fame) FB 1960-65 2017
John Stallworth (Hall of Fame) WR 1974-87 2017
Johnny "Blood" McNally FBCoach 2017
Kevin Greene (Hall of Fame) LB 1993-95 2017
L. C. Greenwood DE 1969-81 2017
Lynn Swann (Hall of Fame) WR 1974-82 2017
Mel Blount (Hall of Fame) CB 1970-83 2017
Mike Webster (Hall of Fame) C 1974-88 2017
Rod Woodson (Hall of Fame) CB 1987-96 2017
Terry Bradshaw (Hall of Fame) QB 1970-83 2017
Walt Kiesling (Hall of Fame) GCoach 2017
Alan Faneca (Hall of Fame) G 1998-2007 2018
Art Rooney, Jr. (Hall of Fame) Personnel DirectorVice President 2018
Bill Nunn (Hall of Fame) ScoutAssistant Director Player PersonnelSenior Scout 1968-2014 2018
Buddy Dial WR 1959-63 2018
Rocky Bleier RB 2018
Bill Cowher (Hall of Fame) Coach 1992-2006 2019
Elbie Nickel TE 1947-57 2019
Hines Ward WR 1998-2011 2019
Larry Brown TEOT 2019
Dwight White DE 1971-80 2020
Greg Lloyd LB 1988-97 2020
James Farrior ILB 2002-11 2020
Mike Wagner S 1971-80 2020
Troy Polamalu (Hall of Fame) S 2003-14 2020
Carnell Lake SCB 1989-98 2021
Jon Kolb OT 1969-81 2021
Louis Lipps WR 1984-91 2021
Tunch Ilkin 2021
Heath Miller TE 2005-15 2022
Myron Cope 1970-2004 2022
Ray Mathews HBE 1951-59 2022
Sam Davis G 1967-79 2022
Aaron Smith DE 1999-2011 2023
Gerry Mullins G 1971-79 2023
James Harrison OLB 2023
Ray Mansfield C 1964-76 2023
Casey Hampton NT 2001-12 2024
Dick LeBeau (Hall of Fame) 2024
Jason Gildon OLB 1994-2003 2024
Willie Parker RB 2004-09 2024
Ben Roethlisberger QB 2004-21 2025
Joey Porter OLB 1999-2006 2025
Maurkice Pouncey C 2010-20 2025

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