Terry Bradshaw
Inducted:
1989
Player Stats
6 ft 3 in (1.91 m)
215 lb (98 kg)
Born:
September 2, 1948
Shreveport, Louisiana, U.S.
Position:
Quarterback
College:
Louisiana Tech (1966–1969)
Terry Bradshaw is one of the most iconic quarterbacks in NFL history, known for his powerful arm, clutch performances, and larger-than-life personality.
Drafted first overall by the Pittsburgh Steelers in 1970, Bradshaw led the team to four Super Bowl victories (IX, X, XIII, XIV) in six years, cementing a dynasty and his legacy.
While his early career was marked by inconsistency, he blossomed into a leader and a two-time Super Bowl MVP. Bradshaw's fearless style and deep-ball precision defined Pittsburgh’s offense during its most dominant era.
Over his 14-season career, all with the Steelers, he threw for over 27,000 yards and 212 touchdowns.
A two-time Pro Bowler and the 1978 NFL MVP, Bradshaw was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1989.
Bowlen's Awards and Honors
- SI Sportsman of the Year (1979)
- Bert Bell Award (1978)
- Pittsburgh Steelers Hall of Honor
- Pittsburgh Steelers All-Time Team
- First-team Little All-American (1969)
- Pittsburgh Pro Football Hall of Fame
- Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame
- Louisiana Tech Athletic Hall of Fame
NFL Records
- 4× Super Bowl champion (IX, X, XIII, XIV)
- 2× Super Bowl MVP (XIII, XIV)
- NFL Most Valuable Player (1978)
- First-team All-Pro (1978)
- 3× Pro Bowl (1975, 1978, 1979)
- 2× NFL passing touchdowns leader (1978, 1982)
- NFL 1970s All-Decade Team
NFL Teams
Pittsburgh Steelers (1970–1983)
NFL draft:
1970: 1st round, 1st pick
Numbers Worn:
12
NFL Records:
Seasons Played:
14
Games Played:
168
Passing attempts:
3,901
Passing completions:
2,025
Completion percentage:
51.9%
Touchdowns:
212
Interceptions:
210
Passing yards:
27,989
Passer rating:
70.9
Rushing yards:
2,257
Rushing touchdowns:
32