The recent edition of Asked and Answered addressed several questions from Pittsburgh Steelers fans regarding the team’s history and future prospects. One fan inquiry concerned veteran player Cameron Heyward receiving first-team All-Pro honors at the age of 35, wondering if he was the oldest Steelers player to achieve this status. The answer compared Heyward with Mike Webster, who was also 35 when he achieved the same honor in 1987, but was seven weeks older than Heyward at the time.
The topic of Mason Rudolph and the impact of a new offensive coordinator, Arthur Smith, was raised. It was noted that a change in coordinators could lead to improved performance not just for the quarterback but for the entire offensive unit.
Discussion on historical drafts highlighted the Steelers’ 1974 draft class as the greatest. This class included four Hall of Famers: Lynn Swann, Jack Lambert, John Stallworth, and Mike Webster, plus Donnie Shell as an undrafted rookie.
The article also provided a look back at linebacker Levon Kirkland, who was seldom mentioned among great Steelers linebackers. Kirkland played nine seasons with the Steelers, earning two Pro Bowl selections and a first-team All-Pro nod in 1997.
Questions about the Steelers’ 2025 undrafted rookie free agents indicated that more time and evaluation were needed, with their rookie minicamp scheduled for May 9-11.
Regarding the quarterback position, the draft of Will Howard has brought some stability, though further moves are expected to fill out the roster. The article refuted speculations that the Steelers would sign notable quarterbacks like Russell Wilson or Aaron Rodgers.
The topic of “untouchable” jersey numbers was also addressed. While only three jersey numbers are officially retired, the Steelers have not reissued several others after their most famous wearers retired.
Lastly, the Steelers’ history with “Mr. Irrelevant,” the final pick of the NFL Draft, was reviewed, noting that while none made a significant impact, several players historically held this title after the Steelers’ Super Bowl victories.
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