This is not the news anyone wanted to see. On Monday, as the free agency negotiation period was about to begin, the Pittsburgh Steelers lost legend Craig Wolfley. Team president Art Rooney II and the organization shared a heartfelt tribute to Wolfley and his family following his death.
Statement from Steelers President Art Rooney II on the passing of Craig Wolfley: pic.twitter.com/WSN3VhCofy
— Pittsburgh Steelers (@steelers) March 10, 2025
Steelers Hall of Fame running back also paid tribute to Wolfley in a post on X.
Deeply saddened by the loss of my friend and @steelers brother, Craig Wolfley. A true warrior on and off the field, his impact on the game and the people around him will never be forgotten. Rest in peace.
— Jerome Bettis (@JeromeBettis36) March 10, 2025
Wolfley began his career with the Pittsburgh Steelers as a fifth-round selection out of Syracuse in the 1980 NFL Draft. Wolfley worked his way up the depth chart after his rookie season to become the starting left guard in Pittsburgh—where he would remain for seven seasons.
The talented offensive linemen then spent time at left tackle for the Steelers before playing two final NFL seasons for the Minnesota Vikings in 1990 and 1991. His impressive 12-year NFL career (10 with the Steelers) came to an end following the 1991 season after recording 104 starts in 153 games played.
After football, Wolfley pursued a career in broadcasting where he served as a sideline reporter for the Steelers. In 2021, after the death of Tunch Ilkin, Wolfley replaced Ilkin as the color commentator on the team's official radio broadcast.
Wolfley brought excitement and energy to the game of football. He is survived by his wife Faith and six children.