A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Terry Bradshaw.
Terry Bradshaw is a former NFL quarterback who played 14 seasons with the Pittsburgh Steelers, leading them to four Super Bowl victories in a six-year span. He was the first quarterback to win three and then four Super Bowls. Inducted into both the Pro Football Hall of Fame (1989) and the College Football Hall of Fame (1996), Bradshaw has also had a successful post-football career as a television sports analyst, most notably on Fox NFL Sunday. Beyond sports, Bradshaw has ventured into acting and music, appearing in films like 'Failure to Launch' and releasing several country music albums.
In 1969, Terry Bradshaw was considered the most outstanding college football player by professional scouts.
In 1970, Terry Bradshaw received the Golden Plate Award of the American Academy of Achievement.
In 1972, Terry Bradshaw threw the "Immaculate Reception" pass to Franco Harris, a famous play in NFL history.
In 1974, Terry Bradshaw led the Steelers to a Super Bowl IX victory, completing 9 of 14 passes in the game.
In 1974, Terry Bradshaw won his first Super Bowl title, beginning a dominant six-year period for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
In 1975, Terry Bradshaw secured his second Super Bowl title with the Pittsburgh Steelers, continuing their championship run.
In 1975, Terry Bradshaw threw for 209 yards in Super Bowl X, leading the Steelers to a 21-17 victory.
In 1976, Terry Bradshaw had neck and wrist injuries. Also, he completed 14 of 18 passes for 264 yards and three touchdowns and achieving the highest-possible passer rating of 158.3 in a victory over the Baltimore Colts.
In 1978, Terry Bradshaw was named the NFL's Most Valuable Player after a season with 2,915 passing yards and 28 touchdowns.
In 1978, Terry Bradshaw won his third Super Bowl title, cementing his place as the first quarterback to achieve this milestone.
In 1979, Terry Bradshaw achieved another milestone, becoming the first quarterback to win four Super Bowls.
In 1979, Terry Bradshaw won his second straight Super Bowl MVP award in Super Bowl XIV, passing for 309 yards and two touchdowns.
In 1984, Terry Bradshaw was inducted into the inaugural class of the Louisiana Tech sports hall of fame.
In 1989, Terry Bradshaw was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in his first year of eligibility.
In 1989, Terry Bradshaw was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
In 1996, Terry Bradshaw was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame, adding to his legacy.
On October 11, 2001, Bradshaw received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, becoming the first NFL player to receive this honor.
In September 2002, Bradshaw returned to Pittsburgh for the first time in years to attend the funeral of his friend and former teammate Mike Webster.
In October 2002, Bradshaw returned to the Steelers sideline for the first time in 20 years during a Monday night game.
On November 5, 2007, Terry Bradshaw joined former teammates to accept their position on the Steelers' 75th Anniversary All-Time Team.
In 2007, Bradshaw appeared on the sideline as part of the Steelers All-Time Team during the team's 75th-anniversary festivities.