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Steelers' No. 13 Jersey: A Surprising Standout in the Countdown to Kickoff
25 Aug
Summary
- Scotty Miller, former Buccaneers and Falcons player, now with Steelers
- James Washington, the greatest No. 13 wearer in Steelers history
- Steelers face Jets in 13 days
With the Steelers' season opener against the New York Jets just 13 days away, the team's focus has shifted to the history of the No. 13 jersey. While the number may not have the same storied legacy as others in the Steelers' lineup, it has been worn by some notable players.
One of the current standouts is wide receiver Scotty Miller, who signed with the Steelers in May 2024 after stints with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Atlanta Falcons. Miller, who re-signed with the team last March, is expected to play a solid role in the Steelers' offense led by quarterback Aaron Rodgers.
However, the greatest No. 13 in Steelers history is arguably James Washington. Selected in the second round of the 2018 NFL Draft, Washington quickly carved out a key role in the team's passing attack during the late 2010s. The physical receiver and Mason Rudolph's favorite target from their college days finished his four-year Steelers career with 114 catches for 1,629 receiving yards and 11 touchdowns.
As the Steelers gear up for the new season, the No. 13 jersey continues to hold a unique place in the team's history, with both current and past players leaving their mark on the franchise.
