Steelers legend Mike Wagner dead at 76


Pittsburgh Steelers legend Mike Wagner has died at the age of 76. The former Steelers safety was a two-time Pro Bowl selection and part of all four Super Bowl-winning teams of the 1970s.

Wagner was drafted in the 11th round of the 1971 NFL Draft out of Western Illinois. He started in 12 games as a rookie, picking off two passes. He led the NFL in interceptions in 1973 with eight. An injured neck in 1977 limited him to playing in just three games, but he returned in 1978 and started 14 games, picking off two passes during the regular season and helping the Steelers win their third Super Bowl. He appeared in eight games in 1979 when the Steelers won their fourth Super Bowl of the decade.

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In totality, he finished his career with 36 interceptions in 119 career games. Our condolences go out to the Wagner family.

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