Pittsburgh, PA — October 24, 2025

The Pittsburgh Steelers have announced they will cover the full cost of medical treatment for one of their most iconic Hall of Fame legends — a gesture that reflects the franchise’s enduring bond with the men who built its dynasty.

Team president Art Rooney II released a statement honoring the legendary wide receiver, calling him a “timeless symbol of grace, greatness, and Steeler pride.”

“He gave this city moments that defined generations,”

Rooney said. “He lifted us in victory and inspired us with excellence. Now it’s our turn to stand beside him, just as he always stood for Pittsburgh.”

That statement was made for

Lynn Swann, the Hall of Fame wide receiver whose artistry, athleticism, and poise transformed the way the game was played — and helped cement the Steelers’ 1970s dynasty as one of the greatest in NFL history.

From 1974 to 1982, Swann recorded 336 receptions for 5,462 yards and 51 touchdowns, adding 64 total TDs including playoffs. A master of the spectacular catch, his acrobatic body control turned deep passes into poetry in motion, redefining what a “big-play receiver” could be.

Swann was a four-time Super Bowl champion (IX, X, XIII, XIV), earning Super Bowl X MVP honors after torching the Dallas Cowboys for 161 yards on just 4 receptions

, including one of the most iconic leaping catches in NFL history. His ability to rise — literally and figuratively — made him the heartbeat of the Steelers’ aerial attack during the Chuck Noll and Terry Bradshaw era.

His accolades are as staggering as his highlights: three Pro Bowls, three First-Team All-Pro selections, and a place on the NFL 1970s All-Decade Team. In 2001, he was inducted into the

Pro Football Hall of Fame, and his iconic No. 88 jersey was officially retired by the Steelers in 2002.

But beyond the numbers, Swann’s legacy lies in how he changed the perception of wide receivers — from pure speedsters to artists of the game. His combination of balance, elegance, and toughness made him a blueprint for every modern receiver who came after.

As the Steelers community rallies around him, fans from every generation have flooded social media with messages of love and gratitude. For Pittsburgh, Lynn Swann isn’t just a Hall of Famer — he’s a symbol of class, courage, and championship spirit.

He was the face of the Steel Curtain dynasty, the man who soared above defenders and gravity itself. And now, as the team he helped build stands behind him, the message is clear — once a Steeler, always a Steeler.