Terry Bradshaw's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Terry Bradshaw.

Terry Bradshaw is a celebrated former NFL quarterback, primarily known for his 14 seasons with the Pittsburgh Steelers. He quarterbacked the Steelers to four Super Bowl victories in a six-year span, a historic achievement. Inducted into both the Pro Football and College Football Halls of Fame, Bradshaw transitioned into a successful post-football career as a television sports analyst and co-host on Fox NFL Sunday since 1994. Beyond football, he has also explored acting and music, appearing in films like "Failure to Launch" and releasing country music albums.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1968: Junior Season Success

During the 1968 season as a junior, Terry Bradshaw amassed 2,890 total yards and led his team to a 9–2 record and a win in the Rice Bowl.

1969: Considered Most Outstanding Player

In 1969, Terry Bradshaw was considered the most outstanding college football player by most professional scouts.

1970: Receives Golden Plate Award

In 1970, Terry Bradshaw received the Golden Plate Award of the American Academy of Achievement.

1972: "Immaculate Reception" Pass

In 1972, Terry Bradshaw threw the "Immaculate Reception" pass to Franco Harris, a famous play that helped the Steelers beat the Raiders in the AFC Divisional playoffs.

1974: Wins Super Bowl IX

In 1974, Terry Bradshaw led the Steelers to a 16-6 Super Bowl IX victory over the Minnesota Vikings, completing 9 of 14 passes and throwing a fourth-quarter touchdown pass.

1974: Steelers defeated Bills in Playoff Game

In 1974, Terry Bradshaw's Steelers defeated Joe Ferguson's Bills in a divisional playoff game.

1975: Wins Super Bowl X

In 1975, Terry Bradshaw threw for 209 yards as the Steelers beat the Dallas Cowboys, 21–17, in Super Bowl X. His late-fourth-quarter, 64-yard touchdown pass to Lynn Swann was selected by NFL Films as the "Greatest Throw of All Time".

1978: Named NFL MVP

In 1978, Terry Bradshaw was named the NFL's Most Valuable Player (MVP) after completing 207 of 368 passes for 2,915 yards and a league-leading 28 touchdown passes.

1978: Wins Third Super Bowl

In 1978, Terry Bradshaw won his third Super Bowl title.

1979: Wins Fourth Super Bowl

In 1979, Terry Bradshaw won his fourth Super Bowl title.

1984: Inducted into Louisiana Tech Sports Hall of Fame

In 1984, Terry Bradshaw was inducted into the inaugural class of the Louisiana Tech sports hall of fame.

1989: Inducted into Pro Football Hall of Fame

In 1989, Terry Bradshaw was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in his first year of eligibility.

1996: Inducted into College Football Hall of Fame

In 1996, Terry Bradshaw was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame.

October 11, 2001: Hollywood Walk of Fame Star

On October 11, 2001, Terry Bradshaw received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, the first NFL player to do so.

September 2007: Top-Ranked Former Pro Football Player

As of September 2007, Terry Bradshaw was the top-ranked former pro football player in the Davie-Brown Index, which measures celebrity appeal and trust.

November 5, 2007: Accepts Position on Steelers' 75th Anniversary All-Time Team

On November 5, 2007, Terry Bradshaw joined former teammates to accept their position on the Steelers' 75th Anniversary All-Time Team during a Monday Night Football game.

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