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1. Quarterback, #12 Terry Bradshaw led the offense. He was the first player chosen overall in the 1970 draft. What college/university did he attend?
2. Running back, #32 Franco Harris. In 1972, during a playoff game against the Oakland Raiders, Harris caught what is known as "The Immaculate Reception". Which was *NOT* a reason the Raiders gave to dispute this play?
3. Cornerback, #47 Mel Blount was so effective at disrupting pass routes, the NFL changed the rules of the game. His name was often used when the change was made, referred to as "The Mel Blount Rule". What was the name of this new foul which began in 1978?
4. Center, #52 Mike Webster played fifteen seasons as a Steeler, one more than Hines Ward. Even though his position as an offensive lineman put him at risk for injury, how many consecutive games did Mike start?
5. Middle Linebacker, #58 Jack Lambert was very undersized but had a warrior spirit. In Super Bowl X, after the whistle signaled a play over, Lambert grabbed and threw to the ground Cowboy safety Cliff Harris. He gestured to Harris with a thumb raised outside a fist and allegedly stated "Nobody F%&#@ with the Pittsburgh Steelers!" What caused this outburst?
6. Outside Linebacker, #59 Jack Ham is considered among the best outside linebackers of all time. In his career, he recovered 21 fumbles and intercepted 32 passes. Upon his retirement, this total of 53 takeaways was an NFL record.
7. Defensive Tackle, #75 Joe Greene was the No. 4 overall pick in the 1969 draft. Few would disagree he is the best ever defensive tackle. In the 1975 AFC championship game, Lynn Swann was knocked unconscious after a hit versus the Oakland Raiders. Before anyone else such as trainers, coaches or medical personnel arrived, Joe Greene picked up and carried his fallen teammate off the field. Why did he do this?
8. Wide Receiver, #82 John Stallworth had a huge catch in Super Bowl XIV. The play was named "60-Prevent-Slot-Hook-And-Go". The play scored a 73 yard touchdown and put the Steelers back in the lead. Who were the Steelers' opponents in Super Bowl XIV? They have since moved away, and will soon return.
9. Wide Receiver, #88 Lynn Swann often made easy catches look difficult and impossible catches look easy. What other field of training did he receive that helped him succeed in football?
10. Donnie Shell #31 played strong safety. In 1978, against a division rival, he delivered a clean hit on one of the premier running backs of the time. This hit caused a fumble and severely bruised several ribs. Who took the hit from Donnie Shell?
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