Steelers countdown to 2026 season opener highlights Dermontti Dawson's legacy
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 12, 2026, 8:30 AM
Last updated Jul 12, 2026
The Pittsburgh Steelers are 63 days away from their 2026 NFL season opener on September 13 against the Atlanta Falcons. As part of their countdown to kickoff, the team reflects on the history of the No. 63 jersey. Dermontti Dawson, recognized as the best player to wear the number, played 13 seasons for the Steelers, earning seven Pro Bowl selections and a place in the Pro Football Hall of Fame. There is currently no player wearing No. 63 on the Steelers' roster, as the number is unofficially retired in honor of Dawson's contributions.
- •Steelers open the 2026 season on September 13 against the Falcons.
- •Dermontti Dawson is celebrated as the best Steelers player to wear No. 63.
- •Dawson earned seven Pro Bowl selections during his career.
- •No current player wears No. 63 due to its unofficial retirement.
- •Steelers initiated a historical look at players in the countdown to kickoff.
- 8:31 AMYahoo Sports — Steelers two-time Pro Bowl OT leads 2026 countdown to kickoff: Day No. 62
- 8:30 AMYahoo Sports — Steelers Hall of Fame center leads 2026 countdown to kickoff: Day No. 63
"The Pittsburgh Steelers are 62 days away from their 2026 NFL season opener, and here’s a look at which players wore No. 62 best.
"The Pittsburgh Steelers are 63 days away from their 2026 NFL season opener, and here’s a look at which players wore No. 63 best.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 13, 2026, 8:31 AMSteelers two-time Pro Bowl OT leads 2026 countdown to kickoff: Day No. 62
The Pittsburgh Steelers are 62 days away from their 2026 NFL season opener, and here’s a look at which players wore No. 62 best.
- Yahoo SportsJul 12, 2026, 8:30 AMSteelers Hall of Fame center leads 2026 countdown to kickoff: Day No. 63
The Pittsburgh Steelers are 63 days away from their 2026 NFL season opener, and here’s a look at which players wore No. 63 best.
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