Two members of the famed 'Steel Curtain' should join the ranks of players whose numbers should never be worn again
First up is L.C. Greenwood, who wore number sixty-eight (68). Greenwood was a tenth-round draft pick in 1969 out of what is now called Arkansas Pine-Bluff and became not only an important member of the 'Steel Curtain' defense but a member I would argue we could not have done without.
What I remember most about the front four was that, individually, they were standout players, but collectively, they were unstoppable. Each brought a unique skill set to the Steelers. The skill set that Greenwood brought was athleticism coupled with an innate ability to get to the quarterback.
It is very upsetting to me that Greenwood could not achieve the ultimate prize during his lifetime, which is election into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Greenwood deserved and still deserves to take his rightful place alongside his 'Steel Curtain' teammates.
Another member of the 'Steel Curtain' whose number is still in circulation is Dwight White, who wore number seventy-eight (78). White was a fourth-round pick in the 1971 draft out of Texas A&M-Commerce.
White played his entire ten-year career with us and, like Greenwood, was a four-time Super Bowl champ. Also, like Greenwood and the rest of the front four, White was not only strong against the run but was an accomplished pass rusher.
As we've discussed, there are plenty of Steelers greats whose numbers are still being worn but honestly should not be. I hope you enjoyed our trip down memory lane as much as I did.