#52 C Mike “Iron Mike” Webster - Pittsburgh Steelers - [1974–1990]
Born: March 18, 1952(1952-03-18) Died: September 24, 2002 (aged 50)
9× Pro Bowl selections
10× All-Pro selections
4× Super Bowl champion (IX, X, XIII, XIV)
NFL 75th Anniversary All-Time Team
NFL 1980s All-Decade Team
NFL 1970s All-Decade Team
Pittsburgh Steelers 75th Anniversary All-Time Team
Pro Football Hall of Fame
Mike Webster went into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1997 in much the same way he performed for 15 seasons with the Steelers. His sleeves weren't rolled up to show off those bulging biceps. But his tie was off, his jacket was discarded and he even snapped a football to his old quarterback, Terry Bradshaw.
AP Photo
Not exactly traditional Hall of Fame protocol on the steps of pro football's hallowed shrine. But, perhaps, the perfect format for Webster, 45, who played in more Pro Bowls, nine, than any offensive lineman in National Football League history.
After retirement, Mike dealt with many personal and financial problems that included a separation from his wife, Pam, and treatment for depression.
He would die five short years after induction, September 24, 2002, at the age of 50.