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    For which team did former Steelers coach Chuck Noll play before he retired in 1959?

    • Philadelphia Eagles
    • Baltimore Colts
    • St. Louis Cardinals
    • Cleveland Browns
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Explore the history and strategic decisions of the Pittsburgh Steelers in this engaging trivia quiz. Test your knowledge on key events, famous trades, and influential figures within the team.

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  • 2. 

    Where did the Steelers play their games for parts of 12 years before Three Rivers stadium was built?

    • Steelers Field

    • Homestead Park

    • Forbes Field

    • Pitt Stadium

    Correct Answer
    A. Pitt Stadium
  • 3. 

    Bill Cowher played what college position before special teams in the NFL and becoming a coach?

    • Linebacker

    • Strong Safety

    • Free Safety

    • Tight End

    Correct Answer
    A. Linebacker
  • 4. 

    Prior to 2006, what was the only year in which the Steelers led the NFL in total offense?

    • 1979

    • 1977

    • 2001

    • 2002

    Correct Answer
    A. 1979
  • 5. 

    What uniform number did "Mean" Joe Greene wear during the days of the Steel Curtain?

    • 75

    • 78

    • 65

    • 58

    Correct Answer
    A. 75
  • 6. 

    Who or what did the Steelers trade for Jerome Bettis in 1996?

    • Draft Picks

    • Cash

    • Charles Johnson

    • Orpheus Roye

    Correct Answer
    A. Draft Picks
  • 7. 

    Steelers coach Bill Cowher previously served as a defensive coach for what team?

    • Philadelphia Eagles

    • New York Jets

    • San Diego Chargers

    • Kansas City Chiefs

    Correct Answer
    A. Kansas City Chiefs
  • 8. 

    Who turned down an offer in 1969 to coach the Steelers before Chuck Noll was hired?

    • Bill Walsh

    • Don Shula

    • Joe Paterno

    • Bum Phillips

    Correct Answer
    A. Joe Paterno
  • 9. 

    Franco Harris' Immaculate Reception in the 1972 playoff game against Oakland was a pass intended for which other Steeler?

    • Frenchy Fuqua

    • Rocky Blier

    • Ron Shanklin

    • Frank Lewis

    Correct Answer
    A. Frenchy Fuqua
  • 10. 

    Before Hines Ward, who was the last Steelers' receiver to be named to the Pro Bowl?

    • Louis Lipps

    • Yancey Thigpen

    • Charles Johnson

    • John Stallworth

    Correct Answer
    A. Yancey Thigpen
  • 11. 

    The NBC TV special "The Steeler and the Pittsburgh Kid" starred Mean Joe Greene and Henry Thomas, who would later star in what film?

    • The Goonies

    • E.T.

    • Raiders of the Lost Ark

    • Poltergeist

    Correct Answer
    A. E.T.
  • 12. 

    Kordell Stewart was both a Pittsburgh Steeler and college teammate to what receiver?

    • Charles Johnson

    • Yancey Thigpen

    • Will Blackwell

    • Troy Edwards

    Correct Answer
    A. Charles Johnson
  • 13. 

    From 1996-2004, Jerome Bettis led the Steelers in rushing for 8 of 9 seasons. Who led the team in rushing in the other season?

    • Duce Staley

    • Ericc Pegram

    • Kordell Stewart

    • Amos Zereoue

    Correct Answer
    A. Amos Zereoue
  • 14. 

    Who was the replacement quarterback for three games in the Steelers' 1987 season?

    • Tom Clement

    • Steve Bono

    • Weegie Thompson

    • Bubby Brister

    Correct Answer
    A. Steve Bono
  • 15. 

    What Patriots player returned a punt for a touchdown against the Steelers in the 2001 AFC Championship?

    • Ty Law

    • Tebucky Jones

    • Troy Brown

    • Lawyer Milloy

    Correct Answer
    A. Troy Brown

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