Pittsburgh Steelers franchise records highlight individual work performances
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Last updated Sep 7, 2026

The Pittsburgh Steelers franchise history features several notable individual statistical performances across different positions. Hall of Famer Franco Harris set the single-game rushing attempts record with 41 carries in a 1976 victory against the Cincinnati Bengals. Antonio Brown established the single-game reception record in 2015, recording 17 catches against the Oakland Raiders. Ben Roethlisberger holds the team record for career games played at 249 and set the single-game pass attempts mark during a 2021 AFC Wild Card playoff game against the Cleveland Browns. On the defensive side, Vince Williams tallied 14 solo tackles in a 2016 game versus the Kansas City Chiefs, while Patrick Queen recorded 1,112 defensive snaps during the 2025 season. These records track specific statistical thresholds achieved by players throughout their tenures with the organization.
- •Franco Harris logged 41 carries in a 1976 win against Cincinnati.
- •Antonio Brown caught 17 passes for 284 yards against Oakland in 2015.
- •Ben Roethlisberger played 249 regular-season games for Pittsburgh.
- •Patrick Queen set a defensive snap record with 1,112 in 2025.
- •Vince Williams recorded 14 solo tackles in a 2016 victory over Kansas City.
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