Former Steelers running back Greg Hawthorne passes away at 69
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 11, 2026, 8:21 PM
Last updated Jul 11, 2026
Greg Hawthorne, a former running back for the Pittsburgh Steelers, has died at the age of 69. His sister announced the news on social media, expressing sadness over his passing. Drafted in the first round of the 1979 NFL Draft, Hawthorne played five seasons with the Steelers, contributing to their Super Bowl XIV victory against the Los Angeles Rams. He later played for the New England Patriots and the Indianapolis Colts before retiring in 1987 with a total of 11 touchdowns. The family requests prayers for his loved ones during this time.
- •Hawthorne played for the Steelers from 1979 to 1983
- •He totaled 522 yards and seven touchdowns with Pittsburgh
- •Contributed to Super Bowl XIV victory
- •Also played for the New England Patriots and Indianapolis Colts
- •Died on July 10, 2026, at the age of 69
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