A viral death hoax has fans worried this week, but the Pittsburgh Steelers have confirmed that four-time Super Bowl champion “Mean” Joe Green is still alive.
What happened?
Rumors began spreading on social media on Friday, with false reports claiming the 79-year-old NFL icon had died. Fans quickly began paying tribute to the legendary defensive tackle, which allowed the false news to spread even more widely online.
but TMZ According to reports, this was nothing more than a death hoax that spread quickly on social media, causing unnecessary panic among fans. There is no truth to these claims, Green is alive and well.
However, the Pittsburgh Steelers put an end to the speculation after being contacted by TMZ and confirming that the report was “inaccurate.”
Who is “Mean” Joe Green?
Green is widely considered one of the greatest defensive linemen of all time.
In his 13-year career with the Steelers, Joe Green totaled 77.5 sacks, 16 fumbles and 1 interception. He won four Super Bowls, was named the NFL Defensive Player of the Year twice, received the NFL Player of the Year Award, and was selected to the Pro Bowl ten times.
He was a key part of the famous Steel Curtain defense and is now the last surviving member, making his legacy even more important.
The Pittsburgh Steelers honored him in many ways, including retiring his No. 75 jersey, inducting him into the Hall of Fame and Hall of Honor, and naming him on the franchise’s All-Time Team.
