Lynn Swann
Steelers Hall of Fame wide receiver and Super Bowl X MVP.
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Lynn Curtis Swann (born March 7, 1952) is an American former professional football player, broadcaster, politician, and athletic director, best known for his association with the University of Southern California and the Pittsburgh Steelers. He served on the President's Council on Fitness, Sports, and Nutrition from 2002 to 2005. In 2006, he was the Republican nominee for Governor of Pennsylvania.
Quick Facts
- Born
- 7 March 1952
- Birthplace
- Alcoa, Tennessee, U.S.
- Position
- Wide receiver
- High school
- Junípero Serra (San Mateo, California)
- College
- USC (1970–1973)
- Draft year
- 1974
- Draft round
- 1
- Draft pick
- 21
Lore & Background
Swann was born in Alcoa, Tennessee. He attended USC and played football as a wide receiver of the USC Trojans, where he was a consensus All-American. He was selected by the Steelers in the first round of the 1974 NFL draft. With the Steelers, Swann won four Super Bowls, was selected to three Pro Bowls, and was named MVP of Super Bowl X. Swann was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2001 and the College Football Hall of Fame in 1993.
Reader's Guide
Swann spent his entire NFL career with the Steelers and wore jersey number 88. As a rookie in 1974, he led the NFL with 577 punt-return yards. He recorded four catches for a Super Bowl-record 161 yards and a touchdown in Super Bowl X, becoming the first wide receiver to earn Super Bowl MVP honors. He retired after the 1982 season with 336 career receptions for 5,462 yards and 51 touchdowns.
Did You Know?
- Swann credited his experiences in dance with contributing to his aptitude on the football field.
- He was named to the All-Pro team in 1975, 1977, and 1978.
- He served as athletic director of the University of Southern California from July 1, 2016, until September 9, 2019.
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