Steelers Super Bowl Champion, First-Round Pick Greg Hawthorne Dies
Summary
Greg Hawthorne, a former NFL player and Super Bowl champion with the Pittsburgh Steelers, died at age 69. He played nine seasons in the NFL for the Steelers, New England Patriots, and Indianapolis Colts.Key Facts
- Greg Hawthorne was born on November 13, 1956, in Memphis.
- He was a first-round draft pick by the Pittsburgh Steelers in 1979.
- Hawthorne won Super Bowl XIV with the Steelers.
- He played multiple positions including running back, receiver, and tight end.
- Hawthorne played 112 NFL games over nine seasons.
- He also played for the New England Patriots, reaching Super Bowl XX.
- His career totals include 784 rushing yards, 10 rushing touchdowns, 37 receptions, and one receiving touchdown.
- Hawthorne’s family announced his death but did not share a cause.
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