The Pittsburgh Steelers have addressed fan concerns following the appearance of quarterback Mason Rudolph and safety Miles Killebrew at a recent rally for President Donald Trump in West Mifflin, Pennsylvania. The event, held at the U.S. Steel plant, also featured former Steelers running back Rocky Bleier, who presented Trump with a custom No. 47 Steelers jersey, declaring him an “honorary Pittsburgh Steeler.”
In response to feedback from fans and season ticket holders, the Steelers organization sent an email emphasizing that individual players and alumni make their own decisions, which do not necessarily represent the team’s views. The message stated, “We understand that a recent rally in Pittsburgh has generated a range of reactions from our fan base. Our alumni and current players make their own individual decisions that reflect their … .”
Despite the Rooney family’s longstanding Democratic affiliations, several current and former Steelers players, including Antonio Brown and Le’Ve … , have previously appeared at Trump events.
During the rally, President Trump praised Rudolph, suggesting he could be the team’s future starting quarterback.
The Steelers’ communication aimed to acknowledge fan sentiments while reaffirming the organization’s commitment to respecting diverse perspectives within its community.
