History of Pittsburgh Steelers in Timeline

The Pittsburgh Steelers are a professional American football team founded in 1933 and based in Pittsburgh. They are the oldest franchise in the American Football Conference (AFC) and the seventh-oldest in the National Football League (NFL). The Steelers compete in the NFL as part of the AFC North division.

July 8, 1933: Steelers Join NFL as Pittsburgh Pirates

On July 8, 1933, the Steelers, with a history tracing back to a regional pro team from the early 1920s, officially joined the NFL as the Pittsburgh Pirates. The team was owned by Art Rooney.

September 20, 1933: First Game as Pittsburgh Pirates

On September 20, 1933, the Pittsburgh Pirates played their first game, losing 23–2 to the New York Giants.

1933: Forrest Douds as First Coach

In 1933, Forrest Douds became the first coach of the Steelers.

1933: Steelers founded

In 1933, the Pittsburgh Steelers were founded, marking the beginning of the franchise's history as a professional American football team.

1933: Shared Forbes Field with Pittsburgh Pirates

In 1933, the Steelers began sharing Forbes Field with the Pittsburgh Pirates.

1933: Steelers in the NFL Eastern Division

In 1933, the Steelers were part of the NFL Eastern Division.

1933: Steelers Bring Back 1933 Throwback Uniforms

Prior to the 2025 season, the Steelers brought back their 1933 gold throwback uniforms, including a gold alternate helmet.

1934: Uniform Represented by New Third Uniform

In 2012, the new third uniform represented the jerseys worn by the Steelers in their 1934 season.

1936: Pirates Best Finish in Division

In 1936, the Pittsburgh Pirates achieved their best finish in their division and had their best record to date, but still did not finish higher than second place or with a record better than .500.

1938: Signing of Byron White

In 1938, the Pittsburgh Pirates signed Byron White, a future Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court, to what was the biggest contract in NFL history at the time.

1939: Dapper Dan Charities began naming Sportsman of the Year

Since 1939, the regional Dapper Dan Charities has named the "Sportsman of the Year" in the Pittsburgh region.

1940: Team Renamed to Steelers

Prior to the 1940 season, the Pittsburgh Pirates officially changed their name to the Pittsburgh Steelers.

1943: Merger with Philadelphia Eagles

During the 1943 season, the Steelers merged with the Philadelphia Eagles due to player shortages during World War II, forming the "Phil-Pitt Eagles", also known as the "Steagles". The team had a record of 5–4–1.

1943: Steelers' Colors Change Due to Merger

In 1943, the Steelers merged with the Philadelphia Eagles to form the "Steagles"; the team's colors changed to green and white to match the Eagles' uniforms.

1943: Steelers in the NFL Eastern Division

In 1943, the Steelers were part of the NFL Eastern Division.

1944: Temporary merger with Chicago Cardinals

In 1944, the Pittsburgh Steelers temporarily merged with the Chicago Cardinals due to player shortages during World War II. The merged team was known as Card-Pitt (or, mockingly, as the "Carpets").

1944: Steelers in the NFL Western Division

In 1944, the Steelers were briefly in the NFL Western Division.

1946: Uniforms Basis for Color Rush Uniforms

The alternate black Color Rush uniforms introduced in 2016 were based on the uniforms worn by the Steelers from 1946.

1947: First Playoff Appearance

In 1947, the Steelers made the playoffs for the first time, tying for first place in the division with the Philadelphia Eagles with a record of 8–4.

1947: Steelers Playoff Game in 1947

In 1947, the Steelers played a playoff game, one of their few postseason appearances before the AFL-NFL merger.

1949: Steelers in the NFL Eastern Division

In 1949, the Steelers were part of the NFL Eastern Division.

1950: Start of Steelers-Browns Divisional Rivalry

In 1950, the Steelers and Cleveland Browns began their divisional rivalry.

1950: Steelers in the American Conference

In 1950, the Steelers were in the American Conference.

1952: Steelers in the American Conference

In 1952, the Steelers were in the American Conference.

1953: Steelers in the Eastern Conference

In 1953, the Steelers were in the Eastern Conference.

September 29, 1957: Steelers Hire First African-American Assistant Coach

On September 29, 1957, the Steelers hired Lowell Perry as the first African-American assistant coach in the NFL.

1958: Home Games Split at Pitt Stadium

In 1958, the Steelers began splitting their home games at Pitt Stadium.

1961: Steelerettes founded

In 1961, the Steelers became the first NFL team to have a cheerleading squad, known as the Steelerettes.

1962: Steelers Logo Introduced

In 1962, the Steelers logo, based on the "Steelmark" designed by Pittsburgh's U.S. Steel, was introduced.

1962: Qualified for Playoff Bowl

In 1962, the Steelers qualified for a "Playoff Bowl" as the second-best team in their conference, although this was not considered an official playoff game.

1963: End of Forbes Field Sharing

In 1963, the Steelers' 31-season sharing of Forbes Field with the Pittsburgh Pirates came to an end.

1963: Steelers Add 'ers' to Logo

In 1963, the team was given permission to add "ers" to the Steelmark logo after a petition to AISI.

1963: Uniform Era Evoked by Third Uniform

The 2007-2011 third uniform evoked the memory of the 1963 era uniforms.

1964: Exclusively at Pitt Stadium

From 1964, the Steelers played exclusively at Pitt Stadium.

1964: Retirement of Stautner's #70

In 1964, the Steelers retired Stautner's #70, initiating a 50-year tradition of not retiring numbers.

1964: Uniform Era Evoked by Third Uniform

The 2007-2011 third uniform evoked the memory of the 1964 era uniforms.

1965: Uniforms Basis for Color Rush Uniforms

The alternate black Color Rush uniforms introduced in 2016 were based on the uniforms worn by the Steelers until 1965.

1966: Steelers in the Eastern Conference

In 1966, the Steelers were in the Eastern Conference.

1967: Steelers in the Century Division of the Eastern Conference

In 1967, the Steelers were placed in the Century Division of the Eastern Conference.

1968: Current Uniform Designs Introduced

In 1968, the current uniform designs, consisting of gold pants and either black or white jerseys, were introduced.

1968: Third Uniform Based on 1968 Uniforms

In 2018, the Steelers unveiled a third uniform based on those worn from 1968.

1969: Last Season at Pitt Stadium

1969 was the Steelers' last season exclusively at Pitt Stadium.

1969: Hiring of Chuck Noll and Drafting of Joe Greene

In 1969, Chuck Noll was hired as the Steelers' coach, and "Mean" Joe Greene was drafted.

1969: Steelerettes disbanded

In 1969, the Steelers' cheerleading squad, the Steelerettes, were disbanded.

1970: Myron Cope begins 35-season run

In 1970, Myron Cope began a 35-season run as a Steelers radio color commentator.

1970: Myron Cope Joins as Color Analyst

In 1970, Myron Cope joined as the color analyst for Steelers radio broadcasts.

1970: Move to AFC and Three Rivers Stadium

In 1970, the Pittsburgh Steelers moved into Three Rivers Stadium and became one of three old-guard NFL teams to switch to the newly formed American Football Conference (AFC) as part of the AFL–NFL merger. The Steelers received a $3 million relocation fee.

1970: Drafting of Terry Bradshaw and Mel Blount

In 1970, the Steelers drafted Terry Bradshaw and Mel Blount.

1970: White Pants with White Jerseys

In 1970, the Steelers wore white pants with their white jerseys.

1970: Steelers in the AFC Central

In 1970, upon the league's reformation into the NFC and AFC, the Steelers were placed in the AFC Central.

1970: Steelers Dominate Browns Since 1970

Since 1970, the Steelers have dominated the Browns, with a 66-27-1 record.

1970: Steelers Post Best Record Since AFL-NFL Merger

Since the AFL-NFL merger in 1970, the Steelers have posted the best record in the league, winning the most regular-season games, playoff games, and divisional titles.

1970: NFL Merger

Since the NFL merger in 1970, the Pittsburgh Steelers have achieved significant success, compiling a regular-season record of 444–282–2 (.635) and an overall record of 480–305–2 (.635) including the playoffs, reaching the playoffs 30 times, winning their division 22 times, playing in 16 AFC championship games, and winning six of eight Super Bowls.

1970: Start of Steelers-Bengals Rivalry

The Steelers' rivalry with the Cincinnati Bengals dates from the 1970 season, when the AFL–NFL merger was completed.

1971: First Winning Season Since 1971

After key retirements in the early 1980s, the Steelers had their first losing season since 1971.

1971: Start of Regular Season Win Streak

In 1971, the Steelers began a regular-season streak of 49 consecutive wins against teams that would finish with a losing record that year. The streak lasted until 1979.

1971: Drafting of Jack Ham

In 1971, the Steelers drafted Jack Ham.

1971: White Pants with White Jerseys

In 1971, the Steelers wore white pants with their white jerseys.

1972: Drafting of Franco Harris

In 1972, the Steelers drafted Franco Harris.

1972: Sellout Streak Begins

The Steelers have sold out every home game since the 1972 season.

December 3, 1973: Steelers Start First African-American Quarterback

On December 3, 1973, the Steelers started Joe Gilliam, the first African-American quarterback in team history.

1974: Drafting of Lynn Swann, Jack Lambert, John Stallworth, and Mike Webster

In 1974, the Steelers had an exceptional draft, selecting four future Hall of Famers: Lynn Swann, Jack Lambert, John Stallworth, and Mike Webster.

January 12, 1975: Steelers' First African-American Super Bowl MVP

On January 12, 1975, Franco Harris became the first African-American Super Bowl MVP with the Pittsburgh Steelers.

1975: The Terrible Towel is Conceived

In 1975, broadcaster Myron Cope conceived of the Terrible Towel, which has since become a famous fan symbol and benefits the Allegheny Valley School.

1976: Steelers Win Crucial Game Against Bengals

In 1976, the Steelers kept their playoff hopes alive with a late-season 7–3 win in Cincinnati.

1978: No Season with 12 or More Losses

Since the league expanded to a 16-game schedule in 1978, the Steelers have never had a season with 12 or more losses.

1979: "Renegade" is released by Styx

In 1979, Styx released the song "Renegade", which would later become popular during Steelers games starting in 2002.

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1979: End of Regular Season Win Streak

In 1979, the Steelers' regular-season streak of 49 consecutive wins against teams that would finish with a losing record that year came to an end. The streak began in 1971.

1979: Steelers Influence Iowa Hawkeyes Uniforms

In 1979, then-Iowa Hawkeyes Head Coach Hayden Fry approached the Steelers about designing his team's uniforms in their image, and received reproduction jerseys from Terry Bradshaw.

1980: Missed Playoffs Due to Injuries

In the 1980 season, the Steelers suffered a rash of injuries and missed the playoffs with a 9–7 record.

1981: Another Disappointing Season

The 1981 season was another disappointing one for the Steelers, who finished with an 8–8 record.

1982: Lynn Swann and Jack Ham Retirement

After a playoff berth in 1982, Lynn Swann and Jack Ham retired from the Pittsburgh Steelers.

1982: Previous All-Time Team of 24 Players

In 1982, as part of the 50th anniversary commemoration, a previous All-Time team of 24 players was named before it was updated in 2007.

1983: Terry Bradshaw and Mel Blount Retirement

After the 1983 divisional championship, Terry Bradshaw and Mel Blount retired from the Pittsburgh Steelers.

September 2, 1984: Steelers Hire First African-American Coordinator

On September 2, 1984, the Steelers hired Tony Dungy as their first African-American Coordinator.

1984: Jack Lambert Retirement

After the 1984 AFC Championship Game appearance, Jack Lambert retired from the Pittsburgh Steelers.

1984: Number 59 Issued to Todd Seabaugh

Number 59 was issued to Todd Seabaugh in 1984 before being taken out of circulation.

1985: Sub-.500 Season

In 1985, the Steelers finished with a sub-.500 record.

1985: Number 47 Issued

Number 47 was issued to five players from 1985.

1986: Sub-.500 Season

In 1986, the Steelers finished with a sub-.500 record.

1987: Game Week Practices at Point Stadium

During the strike season of 1987, the Steelers used Point Stadium in Johnstown for game week practices.

1987: Missed Playoffs Despite Winning Record

In 1987, the year of the players' strike, the Steelers finished with an 8–7 record but missed the playoffs.

1988: Dan Rooney Takes Ownership

In 1988, Dan Rooney, Art Rooney's son, took ownership of the Pittsburgh Steelers.

1988: Sub-.500 Season

In 1988, the Steelers finished with a sub-.500 record.

1989: Reached Second Round of Playoffs

In 1989, the Steelers reached the second round of the playoffs, led by Merrill Hoge and Rod Woodson.

1990: NFL Expands Post-Season Tournament

In 1990, the NFL expanded to a 12-team post-season tournament.

1992: Chuck Noll Retirement; Bill Cowher Hired

In 1992, Chuck Noll retired as the Steelers' coach and was succeeded by Bill Cowher.

1994: Bill Hillgrove Becomes Play-by-Play Announcer

Bill Hillgrove became the play-by-play announcer for the Steelers in 1994.

1994: 75th Anniversary All-Time Team Selected

In 1994, Steelers players were named to the 75th Anniversary All-Time Teams.

1994: "Here We Go" gains popularity

Since 1994, the song "Here We Go" by local singer Roger Wood has been popular among Steelers fans.

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1994: Steelers Win Postseason Game Against Browns

The Steelers won a postseason game against the Browns in 1994.

1995: Super Bowl XXX Appearance

Following the 1995 season, Bill Cowher led the Steelers to an appearance in Super Bowl XXX, riding the strength of the "Blitzburgh" defense. The Steelers lost to the Dallas Cowboys.

1996: Terrible Towel Proceeds Benefit Allegheny Valley School

Since 1996, proceeds from the Terrible Towel have helped raise money for the Allegheny Valley School, which cares for individuals with disabilities.

1997: Rounded Numbers and Steelers Logo Added to Jersey

In 1997, the team switched to rounded numbers on the jersey and added a Steelers logo to the left side.

1997: Third Uniform Based on Uniforms Until 1997

In 2018, the Steelers unveiled a third uniform based on those worn until 1997.

1998: Tunch Ilkin Joins Hillgrove in the Booth

In 1998, Tunch Ilkin joined Bill Hillgrove in the booth as a color commentator.

1998: Steelers Win Inaugural Game at M&T Bank Stadium

In 1998, the Steelers won the inaugural game played at Baltimore's M&T Bank Stadium, 20–13.

1999: Number 1 Issued Before Being Taken Out of Circulation

Number 1 was issued to Anthony Wright in the 1999 preseason before being taken out of circulation.

1999: Steelers Dominate Browns Since Their Return to NFL

Since the Cleveland Browns' return to the NFL in 1999, the Steelers have dominated the series.

2000: Ravens Defeat Steelers in Season Opener

During their NFL championship season in 2000, the Ravens defeated the Steelers in Pittsburgh, 16–0, in the season opener, with the Steelers later winning in Baltimore.

2000: Construction of UPMC Sportsplex

In 2000, the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Sportsplex was constructed, serving as the headquarters and practice facility for the Steelers.

2001: Number 31 Reissued to Mike Logan

In 2001, number 31, initially taken out of circulation to honor Donnie Shell, was reissued to Mike Logan with Shell's blessing.

2001: Ravens Hand Steelers First Loss at Heinz Field; Steelers Win Playoff Game

In 2001, the Ravens handed the Steelers their first-ever loss at Heinz Field, 13–10, but the Steelers won a divisional playoff game against Baltimore later that season.

2001: Opening of Heinz Field

In 2001, the Steelers began playing their home games at Heinz Field, located on Pittsburgh's North Side. The stadium replaced Three Rivers Stadium.

2001: Steelers Realigned into AFC North Division

In 2001, the Steelers were realigned into the AFC North Division.

July 24, 2002: Steelers Hire First Full-Time Female Athletic Trainer

On July 24, 2002, the Steelers hired Ariko Iso as their first full-time female athletic trainer.

2002: Craig Wolfley Becomes Sideline Reporter

In 2002, Craig Wolfley became the sideline reporter for Steelers radio broadcasts.

2002: "Renegade" played at games

Since 2002, the 1979 Styx song "Renegade" has been played at the end of the third quarter to rally the crowd at Steelers games.

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2002: Steelers Win Postseason Game Against Browns

The Steelers won a postseason game against the Browns in 2002.

2003: Steelers Win Twelve Straight Against Browns

Between 2003 and 2009, the Steelers won twelve straight meetings against the Cleveland Browns.

2004: Myron Cope's Retirement

After broadcasting games since 1970, Myron Cope, the longtime color analyst and inventor of the "Terrible Towel", retired after the 2004 season.

2004: Myron Cope ends 35-season run

In 2004, Myron Cope ended his 35-season run as a Steelers radio color commentator.

2004: Browns Losing Streak in Pittsburgh

Starting in 2004, the Browns posted a losing streak of 15 games in Pittsburgh.

2005: Steelers Win AFC Wildcard Game Against Bengals; Houshmandzadeh incident

In 2005, the Steelers won an AFC Wildcard playoff game against the Bengals, during which T. J. Houshmandzadeh used a Terrible Towel to polish his cleats, fueling the rivalry.

2006: Logan Retires

After Mike Logan retired in 2006, number 31 returned to regular circulation.

2006: Racetrack Investments Violated NFL Policy

In 2006, some Rooney brothers' racetrack investments, featuring video slot machines, violated NFL policy.

2006: Steelers Eliminate Bengals From Playoff Contention

In 2006, the Steelers eliminated the Bengals from playoff contention.

2006: Cowher's Final Season

The 2006 season was Bill Cowher's final season as coach of the Steelers, ending with an 8–8 record.

January 7, 2007: Bill Cowher Resigns

On January 7, 2007, Bill Cowher resigned from coaching the Steelers.

January 22, 2007: Mike Tomlin Hired as Head Coach

On January 22, 2007, Mike Tomlin was announced as the new head coach of the Steelers, succeeding Bill Cowher. Tomlin is the first African-American head coach in the team's history.

2007: Introduction of Steely McBeam

In 2007, prior to the season, the Steelers introduced Steely McBeam as their official mascot as part of the team's 75th anniversary celebrations. The name was selected from 70,000 fan suggestions, and Steely McBeam became visible at all home games and charitable programs.

2007: Updated All-Time Team Announced

In 2007, the Steelers announced an updated All-Time team of 33 players in celebration of the franchise's 75th season.

2007: Third Uniform Introduced for 75th Anniversary

In 2007, the Steelers introduced a third uniform with a black jersey, gold lettering, white pants, and a gold helmet for their 75th anniversary season.

August 2008: ESPN.com Ranks Steelers' Fans Best in NFL

In August 2008, ESPN.com ranked the Steelers' fans as the best in the NFL, noting their "unbelievable" sellout streak of 299 consecutive games.

2008: Steelers Beat Ravens Three Times During Championship Run

During the Steelers 2008 Championship run, they beat the Ravens three times, including a win in the AFC Championship game.

2008: Rooney Family Brings in Investors

In 2008, the Rooney family brought in several investors to comply with NFL ownership regulations, while maintaining control of the Pittsburgh Steelers.

2008: Death of Myron Cope

Myron Cope, the longtime color analyst for the Steelers, passed away in 2008.

February 1, 2009: Super Bowl XLIII Victory

On February 1, 2009, Mike Tomlin led the Steelers to victory in Super Bowl XLIII, defeating the Arizona Cardinals 27–23. At age 36, he became the youngest head coach to ever win the Super Bowl.

2009: Steelers Win Twelve Straight Against Browns

Between 2003 and 2009, the Steelers won twelve straight meetings against the Cleveland Browns.

2010: Tomlin Leads Steelers to Super Bowl XLV

In the 2010 season, Mike Tomlin led the team to a 12–4 record and an AFC North title, eventually reaching Super Bowl XLV on February 6, 2011.

February 6, 2011: Super Bowl XLV Loss

On February 6, 2011, the Steelers were defeated by the Green Bay Packers 31–25 in Super Bowl XLV.

2011: Third Uniform Remains Popular

In 2011, the 2007-introduced third uniform remained popular and was used as a third option during home games.

2011: Postseason Appearance and Loss to Broncos

In the 2011 season, the Steelers made the postseason with a 12–4 record, but lost in overtime to the Denver Broncos in the Wild Card Round.

2012: New Third Uniform Introduced

In 2012, the Steelers introduced a new third uniform, featuring a yellow jersey with black horizontal lines and black lettering, representing their 1934 season jerseys.

2012: 400th Victory and Missed Postseason

The Steelers recorded their 400th victory in Week 8 of the 2012 season after defeating the Washington Redskins, but missed the postseason with an 8–8 record overall.

2013: Start of the "Killer B's" Era

In 2013, the Steelers saw the rise of the "Killer B's", a trio consisting of Antonio Brown, Ben Roethlisberger, and Le'Veon Bell, who were known for record performances. Chris Boswell was occasionally included due to his game-winning field goals.

2013: Missed Postseason

In the 2013 season, the Steelers went 8–8 and missed the postseason.

2014: Retirement of Greene's #75

In 2014, the Steelers retired Greene's #75, reconsidering their tradition of not retiring numbers.

2014: Won AFC North

In the 2014 season, the Steelers won the AFC North with an 11–5 record, but lost in the Wild Card Round to the Baltimore Ravens 30-17.

2015: Edmund Nelson Retires From Broadcasting

In 2015, former Steelers lineman Edmund Nelson retired from broadcasting and was replaced by Charlie Batch and Chris Hoke.

2015: Playoff Appearance

In the 2015 season, the Steelers finished with a 10–6 record and made the playoffs. They defeated the Cincinnati Bengals in the Wild Card Round and lost to the Denver Broncos in the Divisional Round.

2015: Rivalry Intensifies; Burfict Penalty in Wild Card Game

The Steelers-Bengals rivalry intensified again since the 2015 season, especially due to Vontaze Burfict's actions, including a late penalty in the 2015 Wild Card playoff game.

November 2016: Launch of Chuck Noll Foundation

In November 2016, the Chuck Noll Foundation for Brain Injury Research was launched with a $1 million donation from the Steelers.

2016: Alternate Black Color Rush Uniforms Introduced

In 2016, the Steelers introduced alternate black Color Rush uniforms based on those worn from 1946 to 1965 but with black pants.

2016: Won AFC North and Lost in AFC Championship

In the 2016 season, the Steelers won the AFC North with an 11–5 record, defeating the Miami Dolphins and Kansas City Chiefs in the playoffs before losing to the New England Patriots in the AFC Championship.

2016: Bumblebee Jerseys Retired

The 'bumblebee jerseys' which were introduced in 2012 were retired after the 2016 season.

June 2017: Announcement of Inaugural Charity Walk

In June 2017, the Steelers announced an inaugural charity walk to raise money for the Chuck Noll Foundation.

August 1, 2017: Establishment of Steelers Hall of Honor

The Pittsburgh Steelers Hall of Honor was established on August 1, 2017.

2017: Death of Dan Rooney

In 2017, Dan Rooney, owner of the Steelers since 1988, passed away, leading to further transition in the team's leadership.

2017: Steelers Reach 450 Regular Season Victories

In 2017, the Steelers became the first team to reach 450 regular season victories since the 1970 merger.

2017: Ownership after Dan Rooney's Death

In 2017, upon Dan Rooney's death, he and Art Rooney II maintained control of the team with the league-minimum 30%, along with other investors.

2017: Won AFC North and Lost in Divisional Round

In the 2017 season, the Steelers won the AFC North with a 13–3 record, but lost in the Divisional Round to the Jacksonville Jaguars.

2018: Missed Playoffs

Despite a 9–6–1 record in the 2018 season, the Steelers missed the playoffs.

2018: Third Uniform Unveiled

In 2018, the Steelers unveiled a third uniform based on those worn from 1968 to 1997, coinciding with the Steel Curtain teams of the 1970s.

2019: 100th Anniversary All-Time Teams Selected

In 2019, Steelers players were named to the 100th Anniversary All-Time Teams.

2019: Missed Playoffs

In the 2019 season, the Steelers went 8–8 and missed the postseason.

2019: Opening of Steelers Country at Kennywood

In the summer of 2019, Steelers Country, a new land themed to the Pittsburgh Steelers, opened at Kennywood theme park, featuring the Steel Curtain coaster.

2020: Tunch Ilkin and Craig Wolfley Depart Broadcasting Team

In 2020, Tunch Ilkin stepped down and Craig Wolfley was removed from the sideline reporter role.

2020: Browns Beat Steelers in Postseason

In 2020, the Browns beat the Steelers in the postseason.

2020: Training Camp at Heinz Field due to COVID-19

In 2020, the Steelers held their training camp at Heinz Field due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

2020: Best Start in Franchise History and Playoff Loss

The 2020 season saw the Steelers have their franchise-best 11–0 start, but the team faded to finish 12–4 and lost in the Wild Card Round to the Cleveland Browns.

2021: Craig Wolfley Becomes Color Commentator

In 2021, Craig Wolfley became the color commentator for Steelers radio broadcasts.

2021: Training Camp at Heinz Field due to COVID-19

In 2021, the Steelers held their training camp at Heinz Field due to the COVID-19 pandemic for the second consecutive year.

2021: Playoff Appearance and Ben Roethlisberger Retirement

The 2021 season saw the Steelers go 9–7–1 and make the postseason, losing to the Kansas City Chiefs in the Wild Card Round. Longtime quarterback Ben Roethlisberger retired following the season.

February 2022: Heinz Field Renamed Acrisure Stadium

In February 2022, the Steelers signed a deal with Acrisure, renaming Heinz Field to Acrisure Stadium after Heinz declined to renew the naming rights deal.

2022: Return to Saint Vincent College for Training Camp

In 2022, the Steelers returned to Saint Vincent College for their training camp.

2022: Drafted Kenny Pickett and Missed Postseason

Prior to the 2022 season, the Steelers drafted Pitt quarterback Kenny Pickett. Pickett started 12 games as the Steelers went 9–8 and missed the postseason.

2023: Playoff Appearance and Loss to Bills

In the 2023 season, the Pittsburgh Steelers finished 10-7 and third in the AFC North. They made the playoffs and were defeated by the Buffalo Bills in the Wild Card Round 31-17.

2023: Bill Hillgrove's Retirement

Longtime lead announcer Bill Hillgrove retired after the 2023 season, having served as the play-by-play announcer since 1994.

2023: Steelers' Performance Through 2023 Season

Through the end of the 2023 season, the Steelers had an all-time record of 707–606–22, including playoffs, with generally strong performance in recent seasons.

2024: Craig Wolfley ends time as color commentator

In 2024, Craig Wolfley stepped down as color commentator for Steelers radio broadcasts.

2024: Trade for Justin Fields and Signed Russell Wilson

Prior to the 2024 season, the Steelers traded Pickett to the Philadelphia Eagles. The team traded for Justin Fields from the Chicago Bears and signed Russell Wilson, who was released from the Denver Broncos.