Today, I wrote an article in regards to Troy Polamalu making it into the Hall Of Fame as a first-ballot candidate. It’s a legitimate discussion, as he’s going to get in regardless, it’s just a question of when. However, as great as Polamalu was, he may not even be the first Steelers’ safety in-line when it comes to getting inducted.
As it currently stands, there are 23 Pittsburgh Steelers’ busts in the Pro Football Hall Of Fame, with #24 coming this summer when running back Jerome Bettis gets enshrined. There is another one who’s been waiting a long time to get in, and based on his career statistics as well as his resume, he appears to be a shoe-in at some point.