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Curtis Martin’s Advice To James Conner: ‘Block Out The Noise’, But ‘Do What’s Best For Your Body’

Curtis Martin never played for the Pittsburgh Steelers. In fact, his favorite football memory is eliminating them from the playoffs. But his is a Pittsburgh native, born and raised, and a graduate from the Pittsburgh Panthers program. A five-time Pro Bowler, a three-time All-Pro, and a Hall of Famer, he is certainly one of the greats, with over 14,000 rushing yards and 90 touchdowns to his name.

He has some advice for one former Pitt third-round running back to another, in current Steelers starter James Conner. Martin went through a series of injuries during his collegiate career, though he got over that issue in the NFL.