James Harrison claims Patriots cheated Steelers in Super Bowl bid
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 11, 2026, 7:11 PM
Last updated Jul 11, 2026
James Harrison, former NFL Defensive Player of the Year, asserts that the New England Patriots stole a Super Bowl from the Pittsburgh Steelers during the 2004 AFC Championship Game. In a recent podcast, he detailed claims of the Patriots having knowledge of Pittsburgh's defensive plays, particularly their blitzes. Harrison cited the Steelers' earlier win over the Patriots in the regular season but lamented their subsequent playoff loss. His comments highlight ongoing tensions surrounding the Patriots' legacy and cheating accusations, particularly during their earlier Super Bowl runs.
- •Harrison believes Patriots stole signals in the 2004 AFC Championship Game.
- •The Steelers originally defeated the Patriots 34-20 that season.
- •New England won the rematch in the playoffs 41-27.
- •Harrison expressed frustration over the Patriots' strategies against the Steelers.
- •He played for the Patriots in the 2017 season, marking the end of his career.
- 7:11 PMYahoo Sports — James Harrison believes Patriots stole Super Bowl from Steelers
"Former defensive MVP James Harrison is still convinced that the Patriots cheated against the Steelers.
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