Steelers countdown to kickoff — No. 57: a history of the number and who wore it best

USA Today

2 days ago

The Steelers countdown to kickoff is here — and we're at 57 days until Pittsburgh faces off against the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium. In the spirit of the countdown, we're taking a look at the history of No. 57 and the players who wore it best.
Current Steelers No. 57 wearer: N/A
There is no current wearer of No. 57 on the 2025 Steelers roster.
Last five Steelers to wear No. 57:
Best No. 57 in Steelers history: G Sam Davis
G Sam Davis is the best Steeler to ever wear No. 57. Davis signed with the Steelers after he went undrafted in the 1967 NFL Draft, appearing in 168 games and making 114 starts from 1967 to 1979. He was a key part of the offensive line that helped bring four Super Bowl championships to the Steel City — kickstarting the Steelers dynasty as we know it today. Davis was later named to the Pittsburgh Steelers 50th Anniversary Team and was inducted into the Pittsburgh Steelers Hall of Honor, firmly securing his place as the greatest Steeler to ever wear No. 57.
Honorable mention: LB Mike Merriweather, a three-time Steelers Pro Bowler from 1982 to 1987.
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