Steelers countdown to 2026 season reaches day 73 with jersey history
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 9:09 AM
Last updated Jul 2, 2026
The Pittsburgh Steelers are now 73 days away from their 2026 NFL season opener against the Atlanta Falcons on September 13. As part of the countdown, attention turns to the history of the No. 73 jersey. Current wearer Gennings Dunker, a rookie guard drafted in 2026, follows notable past players. Ramon Foster, who wore No. 73 from 2009 to 2019, is highlighted as the best in franchise history. Foster played 160 games, showcasing his durability over 11 seasons with the Steelers.
- •Steelers host Falcons in season opener on September 13, 2026.
- •Gennings Dunker is the current No. 73 jersey wearer.
- •Ramon Foster regarded as the best player in franchise history to wear No. 73.
- •Foster played 160 games and started 145 during his career.
- •Steelers focus on jersey history as part of their preseason activities.
- 9:06 AMYahoo Sports — Two-time Pro Bowl OT leads Steelers' 2026 countdown to kickoff: Day No. 71
- 9:09 AMYahoo Sports — Former 11-year Steelers guard leads 2026 countdown to kickoff: Day No. 73
"The Pittsburgh Steelers are 71 days away from their 2026 NFL season opener, and here’s a look at which players wore No. 71 best.
"The Pittsburgh Steelers are 73 days away from their 2026 NFL season opener, and here’s a look at which players wore No. 73 best.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 4, 2026, 9:06 AMTwo-time Pro Bowl OT leads Steelers' 2026 countdown to kickoff: Day No. 71
The Pittsburgh Steelers are 71 days away from their 2026 NFL season opener, and here’s a look at which players wore No. 71 best.
- Yahoo SportsJul 2, 2026, 9:09 AMFormer 11-year Steelers guard leads 2026 countdown to kickoff: Day No. 73
The Pittsburgh Steelers are 73 days away from their 2026 NFL season opener, and here’s a look at which players wore No. 73 best.
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