Steelers Super Bowl Champion, 2-Time Pro Bowler, Dies After Cancer Battle
Summary
Safety Mike Wagner, a key player in the Pittsburgh Steelers' defense from the 1970s, has died at age 76 after a battle with cancer. Wagner was part of the team for 10 years, during which he won four Super Bowl championships and made two Pro Bowls. He was known for his role in the "Steel Curtain" defense.Key Facts
- Mike Wagner was a safety for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
- He won four Super Bowls and was selected for two Pro Bowls in his career.
- Wagner was part of the Steelers from 1971 to 1980.
- He ranks sixth on the Steelers' all-time interceptions list with 36 interceptions.
- He had been battling pancreatic cancer since his diagnosis in 2020.
- Wagner was originally drafted in the 11th round of the 1971 NFL Draft.
- After retiring from football, he earned an MBA and worked in investment banking for 30 years.
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