Beer We Go Steelers

The last few weeks I felt like the blog was a harbinger for bad news. I am finally happy to report on some good news! Pittsburgh Mayor Luke Ravenstahl has named a street in Chuck Noll’s honor. Coach Noll NEVER gets the credit he deserves. I will never know what the reason, other than to speculate that media darling Terry Bradshaw’ publicly murdered Coach Noll for the better part of ten years. I am glad the “Emperor” is getting this honor. Coach Noll was never a self promoter and he deserves so much credit for the Steelers success.

I am hoping for a Black and Gold Summer in Canton this year: 

Several Steelers are among the finalists for the Football Hall of Fame here is a small list:

In their first year of eligibility:

Coach Bill Cowher: With a win in Super Bowl XL this should be a no doubter. He has the most wins of any coach of his era and he shepherded the Steelers through a second golden age. To me this should be a lock. If Fatso Parcells gets in before Cowher, that will be a freaking travesty!

“THE BUS” Jerome Bettis: I have a feeling he will have to wait a few years but make no mistake the Bus will park itself in Canton at some point.

Dermonti Dawson: The best center in football for his era. He will get in as well, the only question is when. Let’s hope for this year. Watching him run the trap was one of the things that all Offensive Lineman should aspire to!

Jack Butler: A senior nominee choice and he was a BC (Before Chuck) player.  Butler was a pro-bowler who had 52 interceptions and is considered one of the greatest Steelers of all time. He is also a Pittsburgh native. I imagine he will make it this year.

Donnie Shell: Is on the finalist list and is a long shot, despite being an anchor for the Steelers secondary. At the time of his retirement he was the NFL all time leader in interceptions at Strong Safety. He was a dominant player that had longevity and big play ability. He is like LC Greenwood, who is a victim of the “Steelers’ bias”, especially the 70’s Steelers.  

Kevin Greene: All-time Sacks leader at linebacker in NFL history. He is sort of a journeyman but again has some legitimate credentials and was an excellent pash rusher! One of my favorite players and a true character of the game!

Gary Anderson: FAT CHANCE as kickers are kind of frowned upon. He had a terrific career and should be considered. He was the best at his position for a very long time.