MIAMI — He grew his hair so long that it flowed out of his helmet and obscured the name on his jersey.
Yet everyone knew where to find Troy Polamalu on Sundays.
The Steelers great earned a spot in the Pro Football Hall of Fame on Saturday along with another hard-hitting safety, the longtime Broncos defensive back Steve Atwater. Wide receiver Isaac Bruce, running back Edgerrin James and guard Steve Hutchinson also were selected.
Polamalu said he did not cut his hair for at least six years during the prime of his career, which lasted from 2003-14.