Troy Polamalu's UNREAL Career Highlights | NFL Legends

Former Pittsburgh Steelers safety, Troy Polamalu's full career highlights.
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[@whitetrash64]

Dude is somehow the nicest and scariest player on the field at all time

[@soysauce6534]

Gregory Williams not necessarily. There are multiple very nice people who would be ass at football. Being humble does not make you a good player

[@chubbzent.9105]

88 Duke that’s not where I was headed with my answer, what I was really saying is there are people in life who are great athletes on the field and have bad personalities off the field

[@shawnj1966]

@Loc Chubbz, My brother was like that. A total pacifist off the field but on it he was looking to take your life!

[@Cocpain]

I wouldn't say scariest, I would say the most dangerous, but you are correct.

[@shoechef4129]

Loc Chubbz and you are an idiot if you think he’s not a Great athlete and has better reputation off the field

[@Mountaineer3615]

I once saw him with his wife and kid at a pizza joint/bar near Pittsburgh. Obviously we all knew who he was and we wanted to geek out and go say hi. However, no-one did because he was with his family. On his way out he walked through the bar and shook some hands (including mine) and told the bartender "no-one's glass goes empty for the rest of the night." Best night of my life.

[@billbelzek6748]

I saw Polamalu (hair tucked up inside a beanie) in a Giant Eagle around February 2010 --- he paid for some old lady's entire grocery bill --- she was crying she was so happy

[@NH-en6et]

Legendary. Thanks for sharing!

[@middleoftheo5506]

What a class act!

[@njcgthemvp3105]

i want to say r/thathappened but idk cus it could've happened

[@pameladavis3622]

How awesome!! That brought a tear to my eyes. I'm clear from iowa n yer story touched my heart. I'm a cowboys fan but I'd take #43 all day long😉💛

[@rol1in0n20s]

I remember once watching a game where Polamalu was everywhere, making sacks, dropping into coverage, just all over the field. And I asked my dad "what position is this guy even playing?" And my dad goes "Teeeeeechnically, he's a safety, but he kind of just lines up wherever he feels like..."

[@gibbs3042]

Unless the coaching staff tells Safetys to run and stick with a certain play scheme Safetys can pursue whatever they feel is necessary in the moment of play. That is why they are hybrid players Good for Defense and Offense.

[@nathano9637]

😂😂😂 love this

[@cuzz3051]

thanks for sharing bro lmaoooo

[@juangringo3906]

Like in the C Gap lol

[@bizwapshiznitstain]

@@juangringo3906 Cuz he's got that Baby Jesus.

[@gregoryfritz7413]

We will never have another safety like Troy. Dude had ultra instinct

[@rontan783]

Samoan instinct

[@GaminWitDeeLo]

Derwin James ?

[@sh100sh2]

@@GaminWitDeeLo derwin has that versatility but he doesnt make half the plays Troy did

[@theShyning408]

Talanoa Hufanga looking mighty close right about now.

[@albaldez3395]

Minka is showing great signs of T.P

[@TheACM22]

What amazes me is how many of these plays were in the final 4 minutes of close games. Troy is arguably one of the most clutch defensive players ever.

[@dolpherarnold238]

4Sho he is

[@omgiownk]

Seriously holy shit he made so many game changing plays

[@ronaldlove7971]

Definitely!!

[@blake5174]

Agreed. I feel like him and Reed are both amazing to their respective positions. But if we are comparing, Troy always made plays when they needed to be made.

[@matthebest62097]

I know I specifically remember watching games during his career and whenever the other team had the ball late in the 4th in a position to have a game winning drive I always said its polamalu time. In the 2008 AFC championship I said all we need is polamalu to intercept it now and on that very drive he did. Most clutch player ever on defense imo

[@rpeace05ify]

It's a sin that he wasn't put on the NFL's 100 greatest players team.

[@MB-ln4yx]

ryan peace Completely Agree Ed reed was good but he had Ray Lewis. Palamolu was in a breed of his own. Who can remember a player that changed the game after the game has been around for 90 years. I’ve never seen anyone jump a line like he does. Could you imagine being on the receiving end of him jumping the line? That’s so insulting and demoralizing to an offense. You can’t even drop back after hiking the ball before I’m over the line and in your face. I’m a cowboys fan and he’s my favorite defensive player behind dick night train lane. I think he’s better than deon. Deon wasn’t a complete back. He was always scared to tackle someone. They never show that on film.

[@MB-ln4yx]

Chopshop2 M Imagine having a top 10 lb for pretty much most of your career telling where you should go. Ya that’s what Ed reed had. In no ways did I say Ed reed wasn’t good but polamalo didn’t have anyone near the same level as ray Lewis and he still was just as dominant. Great players elevate the game... not great players elevate other players.

[@johndoe457]

Big Facts!!

[@MB-ln4yx]

Chopshop2 M What cast of players did palamolo have? From what I can remember, Ed reed had Ray Lewis and terrrel Suggs on the same team.

[@charliebabbitt3314]

Absolutely--Hes a once in a 50 year type player--Hes on the team with LT, DT, Joe Montana, Walter Payton, Dick Butkus, Mean Joe, etc etc.. I didn't know he wasn't on that list so that tells me the list is somewhat a joke even though obviously they put on superstars on it...

[@Toni3Chill5]

It’s crazy that this guy was soo good the commentators were just expecting him to get a pick like “and THERE it is” 😂

[@94rusha77]

This guy left EVERYTHING on the field💯 every play was 100 percent effort

[@marcosmedrano3333]

That hit on Carson crazy

[@levizvirman1179]

He was a regular at a coffee shop I used to work at in the North Hills (outside Pittsburgh). He was the nicest, quietest most humble guy. I saw him about 2-3 times a week for about 2 years and honestly it was privilege to talk to him and get to know him even just a little bit. One of the most genuine people I have ever met.

[@mr.bourgeoisie2996]

Yeah, i was the coffee cup he drank out of. Good times 🙂

[@shinski8114]

You are lucky man troy is amazing

[@jennifersakelarides1574]

I met him at a soccer tournament. I played against his son

[@MrTrailMix]

Levi Zvirman cap

[@carlosmorales1995cm]

I playe against him in the superbowl. Great game

[@NigelThornbery]

He played like every year was a contract year.

[@ThaDreamMerchant]

I wish more athletes played like that.

[@johnlewis8934]

The Dream Merchant they probably don’t, because ego gets in the way. Troy played the game for the love and passion of the game.

[@exnihilo4547]

Well put

[@nickrizzo4635]

Well said.

[@danielallyway]

One of the greatest safeties of all-time!

[@bentrix2211]

nope. that goes to ed reed

[@zamarifrison76]

@Veritas Est Lux ed

[@micahk99]

@@bentrix2211 Ed had a stronger team it goes to Troy

[@folgerz700]

@@micahk99 Ed had a stronger team? Steelers are a dynasty lol. Ed had Ray. Polamalu had a fantastic team around him. It’s the reason he was able to play free. He trusted his teammates to be in place.

[@Grizzle400]

@@folgerz700 nahhhhhhhhh, Troy played his part and did was he knew was best for the play. He was one of the smartest safety’s to ever play! Ed reed can suk a fat one

[@braydencifreo]

The amazing thing about this man was he wasn’t just an amazing athlete he was a family man who prioritized everything else before football. He truly was a great guy

[@Kal-El207]

Was? He still is.

[@anthonypeluso5595]

@@Kal-El207yeah he’s still alive lol

[@matthewmelis]

You can debate who the greatest safety ever was, but I think it's safe to say that nobody ever played it the way that Troy did -- a complete original both on and off the field.

[@yinliu5634]

For a strong safety that can cover 20, 30 yards down field and get a pick 6? No Strong Safety has done it better.

[@ioanevaaiiluga1211]

He plays the safety position the same way junior Seau played linebacker

[@ttud293]

matthewmelis Ed Reed 🐐

[@goldenhawkalumni5341]

Shore Yote Ed Reed was a different type of safety. But I do see what you mean. Ed Reed was a coverage safety who revolutionized deep coverage tactics for DB’s as a whole. Polamalu was good in deep coverage, but excelled more so at covering receivers and tight ends within 15 yards (at least for a safety). As a Giants fan, we’ve never had a SAFETY even close to a Troy or Ed, but both ultimately revolutionized the game in their own way.

[@lsjmartin6220]

@@goldenhawkalumni5341 kam chancellor??

[@thedudeguy121]

How can you be that great and still that humble. Simply amazing

[@jacrispy5637]

@Byron Matthews Don't forget Larry Fitzgerald 😏

[@ministryoftruth1451]

You cannot be great without humility. He was a great example of this.

[@procjar2493]

And then there is Antonio Brown

[@lorenzogonzalez9069]

ProcJar24 😂😂💀

[@gfrrfandoe8044]

Probably gonna rattle some heads on this, but I think he is humble because he's a Holy man. He was constantly praying and making the sign of the Cross. You could see him closing his eyes and mouthing prayers all through the games. When you're that intimate with God, you're always in a state of grace and if it's genuine, there's no room for ego. I thought the same of Barry Sanders

[@MrKillaDonut]

The greatest safety of all time!!

[@scottybeats5328]

No gloating, no overly done celebrations, no excessive cheering on any given decent play.. just pure heart, and skill. I miss this man.

[@josiahalfaro9430]

Troy was a great player. But I think his humble and selfless approach to both life and football truly sets him apart.

[@devilsrage-vt4hp]

josiah alfaro you know he's full of shit right go back and watch some of the dirty shit he's done in college

[@chrissyfessler]

Absolutely!

[@connorslandwehr7822]

@@devilsrage-vt4hp people grow. You're a kid in college he obviously has a much different outlook on life now.

[@nellydavis7645]

true

[@jasonhusvar7357]

Even if he was a horrible player in college, even though the only bad play I have ever seen is hitting the guy trying to fair catch, you can look at his NFL career and realize that he was perfectly fair. plus, lets go beyond football, what about all of the charities he has donated to? I guess that means nothing?

[@just_2swift]

He was head and shoulders above the rest.

[@RyokuVanguard]

That made me laugh harder than I'd like to admit. Just kinda caught me off guard. lol

[@lvgarcia99]

just_2swift this comment deserved more likes 😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@just_2swift]

Luis Garcia it will eventually lol real Steelers fans will notice

[@darivanovdi]

I see what you did there 😏

[@Madmagic]

just_2 swift nah i know exactly what he meant im nowhere near a steelers fan

[@tinguren5629]

Lifelong steelers fan, and he's my favorite. Totally fearless, ultra talented, and completely humble.

[@lordorochimaru2800]

Greatest player of all time. So much heart to do everything he can at every moment. No ounce of submission or laziness. A warrior. A champion.

[@flxckos]

Well said Orochimaru

[@mochi6407]

The day he retired was one of the saddest days of my life, honestly. This man is my favorite Steeler and athelete, hands down.

[@jarvasedundy1]

❤

[@wolffofwar]

I named my Savannah Cat after him cause he's my fav Steeler too

[@bryanjohnson8473]

Troy & Hines are my favorite 2.

[@frogskinshoelace]

Sounds like you've had an easy life. Grow up.

[@skinnyboi7390]

@@frogskinshoelace fr lol

[@kyotovaiau4797]

He got everything Speed, quick, read, strategy , vision He is all Madden

[@stephenmcguire9934]

Make Vick look silly. Hit stick and fumble everytime.

[@a.j.deutsch1792]

And doesn't have an ego and is very humble

[@rahliE777]

Best to ever do it! Huge Steelers fan, watching this guy all over the field was a sight to see! He was special right out of the gate!

[@sheilapasquini6232]

Mr. Polamalu is one of my football heroes. Not only was he a magnificent player, he set a wonderful example for his young fans. He was a credit to his community and no hint of scandal ever came near him. Congratulations , sir. You elevated the game.

[@leematthews]

Bruh Polamalu is a the line of scrimmage when the pass is thrown at 11:23 and recovers the fumble 40 yards down the field

[@chrishaapala7795]

I'll be damned I just noticed that. That man is the greatest safety ever in my book, but I'm biased as a Steelers fan

[@cloudy1227]

As a Pats fan I think Polamalu is better than Reed. Reed is amazing but his job was made easier by having Ray Lewis as his linebacker letting him be a center fielder. Polamalu played everywhere and impacted the game in so many different ways. Had Polamalu played with Ray Lewis that would've been scary.

[@christopherriley2462]

It's hard to compare the two, Reed was a FS and Troy was a SS they have two completely different jobs, Reed was suppose to be the guy deep to stop anything long and help the CBs, however SS are sometimes considered and extra linebacker and are more the blitzing and run stoppers, plus Steelers at that time and still somewhat today ran a heavy zone blitz scheme which put Troy at the point of attack going after the QB most plays. Troy also had Harrison and worilds as his linebackers and both were extremely good at their job

[@pattaya3320]

james farrior was the LB

[@christopherriley2462]

They had many LB thru that time period but looking back I remember 92, 56 and 93 the most which was Harrison, Woodley and Worilds

[@llCrxssll]

"I dont think i love football, I love life. I love life and football is a part of life. So which i love football." Troy Polamalu

[@pikiwiki]

thass deep

[@rezabeast1722]

Thanks for quoting it's not like he said it at the beginning of the video

[@aidanc3590]

thats not even what he said lmao

[@sammyshehole]

“Fuck bitches. Get money.” -Troy Polamalu

[@DeezNutz-lm2el]

Bloody Persistent 💀😂😭

[@alikhaled844]

He protect He attacc But most importantly He stands in the c gap

[@Thorniepanda]

Bro you got water on my phone. Not cool

[@thatonefootballcardguy]

@@Thorniepanda L0L

[@michielroskam3877]

a certain ex colts kickers still has nightmares

[@tigerwong9845]

@@Thorniepanda same

[@andrewwinslow9315]

@@michielroskam3877 PUNTER

[@Potluckization]

The nicest, sweetest, most kind hearted killer the NFL has ever seen. Absolute beast. It was truly an honor to watch him play because you never knew when it would come, but you knew it would at some point

[@IdeasDontBounce]

Dude is like an Orca?

[@couchcaptain9379]

The most incredible thing about Troy was his otherworldly ability to always be exactly where the ball was going...regardless of the formation the offense was in. He was the most intelligent player I have ever seen, and an amazing person. I can't wait until he is selected for the HOF.

[@jpteix]

He said that he lined up at the C - gap because he felt the energy from Pat McAfee. Maybe he used this super power his whole career lol.

[@ulav]

Its a good day for you huh?

[@stateofmindz2744]

It’s yah day to shine ma boy

[@sirzechsazazel1150]

You're telling me the NFL made this vid and somehow didn't have him in the all time team? He belongs in that defense with Ed, together at SS and FS respectively.

[@evictcalifornia2141]

Can't leave Ronnie Lott off that list tho.

[@kevintunaley5079]

@@evictcalifornia2141 So True !!

[@joehilbush7472]

Their was 4 QBs at least so why can’t their be 3 safety’s

[@evictcalifornia2141]

@@joehilbush7472 QBs are the stars among stars in the NFL.

[@joehilbush7472]

straigHt white mailer demon Very protected stars

[@davidrobert1229]

My favorite Steeler , the greatest Safety ever , a perfect football player, plays like he is truly possessed

[@maxpainmedia]

Facts

[@zandercook1494]

It was an honor hanging out with him for a day at a local camp. He’s my favorite player in football history and I tear up watching these. But if y’all think NFL Troy was scary, y’all should have seen his USC days 😳 he was sacking, returning interceptions, laying devastating hits, AND blocking punts!! He was CRAZY

[@MonumentToSin]

The fact that Polamalu had all the other players scared when he walked onto the field and all the coaches yelled warnings when he was in play! And yet the entire league has nothing but love and respect for him! He truly is one of a kind.

[@gettastark3010]

It was his Samoan heart and spirit. What a great and humble man he is.

[@MS-en5en]

The fact that I forgot he played safety, cause he was everywhere on the field making big plays

[@alexanderestk]

8:26 Troy forced a fumble and still made a block. Amazing.

[@Broski6592]

Probably had the greatest football instincts of anyone who ever played, its like he knew what the play was every snap

[@chrisbeaty3572]

My mother calls him a bloodhound he always knew where that ball was.

[@MiniM69]

Better than Ed Reed who has two times the interceptions??? Ok....

[@josborne711lupinesports4]

@@MiniM69 different type of instincts. Ed was thinking pick every play, his instincts revolved around knowing the QB and baiting them. Polamalu has less picks but as a SS that's not exactly his job. His instincts show up in the insane tackles for loss and absolutely absurd unpredictable predictions.

[@themagicslinky1773]

@@MiniM69 That is why Reed is the best Free Safety and Troy is the best Strong Safety. They are both so even you can only call them the best at those specific positions, both unreal

[@killacam1758]

Troy is underrated.They dont even have him as a legend on any updated madden

[@TexasKing100]

when youre considered the best SS of all time, you arent underrated

[@Larcona_]

Bryan Hill Just young people in general.

[@subbydagwoods]

As a canadian, never was really exposed to the NFL muchat all...I remember watching a game on TV one afternoon and there's Troy just everywhere making plays! I can honestly say I've been an NFL fan since then. He's totally the reason I began watching football. Such a smart, hardworking, humble player. Truly enjoyed his HOF induction.

[@bryantipton5573]

Even more than a great athlete, this is a man that is humble and greatful. Pretty much who we all need to strive to be. Humble and greatful folks.

[@inm5508]

Raven fan here, and im not ashamed to say Troy Polamalu is one of my top 5 all time favorite players that played in the NFL

[@connfyoozed]

INM X Props and respect from a Steeler fan. I’ve loved watching great Raven defenders like Ray Lewis and Ed Reed over the years as well. The Steelers-Ravens rivalry is all about 2 teams and fanbases that don’t usually like each other, but deep down respect one another because they’re both damn good.

[@rael2099]

Steeler fan too. And a Raven fan after the bumblebees. I was glad you won that SB against the 49ers because you had one hell of a team. Great rivalry, great games when played clean. So sad neither team and Green Bay won more SBs due to the Cheatriots.

[@AJEDDY97]

From a Steelers fan, I may hate your team, but GOD *DAMN* do I respect your team.

[@jimchop8235]

Agree. Just like Ed reed is the best free safety and ray ray the best inside linebacker I’ve ever watched

[@uub3058]

I'm not even a Steelers fan but he is the greatest safety I ever seen

[@5566dwight]

Respect to this year old comment.

[@SteelJackson_97]

Angel Silva respect to you 👏🏾

[@da1calledj54]

Ed reed

[@5566dwight]

da1calledj54 Ed reed was amazing for sure. The thing is Troy honestly was better. He was a leader that came in clutch when it mattered most

[@jjsteel43]

I'd say Polamalu and Reed are the 2 best safeties I've gotten to see. They are equal and both are first ballad hall of famers

[@pete6705]

Pats fan but Polamalu was always one of my favorite players. I’d always be really excited to watch him every time they played the Steelers

[@moneyroute9809]

I get chills watching this being from PA watching almost every single one of the steeler games during his career I know how dominant he really was. Every game you could count on him to make a play, if they needed a stop u could count on him. Ive seen him change the course of entire games based off the plays he made, dude was really special and one of the reasons i fell in love with football. I’ll always have love for Polamalu

[@maxgerleman2512]

This man was the reason I watched the NFL

[@RaidenSJ1985]

Really his definitely one of mine too lol

[@Grimmcatz]

“I don’t think I love football, I love life.” As a Ravens fan this is a Steeler that carries my upmost respect and was an absolute terror during his years in the League.

[@JardindeVersailles]

Such a special and exemplary player. I don't think we'll ever see another player like him in ability, athleticism, creativity, instinct, selflessness, and character. Boy was he fun to watch!!!

[@danielcastillo6632]

Ferocious on the field, humble off the field! Love coming back to videos like this

[@daisyx8100]

How Troy was not made part of the 2010-2019 All Decade Team blows my mind. He deserves to be on his second All Decade Team....he earned it! One of the best football players ever!

[@otaviofrn_adv]

He deserves even more the NFL 💯 team

[@josecarrillo3151]

Who did they pick above him? Ed Reed is one but who could pass troy?

[@darkangelmichael6148]

The man played the game like a mad, hungry wolf..pacing, tracking his prey...then going in for the kill. Beautiful to watch.

[@jairusb6430]

I love Troy, his play, highlights and I love how softly he speaks.

[@quill1260]

I have an incredible adoration for Troy Polamalu, both his ability and his character. How does one not look up to this man?

[@wyomingptt]

I remember after the pick six against Cincinnati that basically sealed the game (the one where he dived for the pylon I believe) he did a minor, generic celebration, and he actually felt the need to apologize for it because he felt it was disrespectful to the Bengals. I honestly can't believe a guy with that much respect and sportsmanship played in the NFL...

[@charlesweston4374]

Marcus Mariota

[@avilik13]

@@charlesweston4374 both Samoans ✊

[@tawon1984]

Agreed, Barry Sanders was also like that.

[@Riles3152]

@tawon, I was gonna say Barry Sanders as well. Also, can't forget about the minister of defense, the late great Reggie White. It's amazing that these guys that were blessed with so much talent and ability could be so genuinely humble, meek and selfless when the nature of the game and the fame that comes with it at times would seemingly force you to be the total opposite.

[@utah2nyc250]

Wrong he end up injuring himself in that play after that day he wasn't the same dude couldn't beraly walk.

[@Signkae1]

"I don't think I love football I love life but football is a part of life and in that way I do love football I don't idolize football, football doesn't run my life, football is not who we are it's what we do in'' 'Troy Polamalu'

[@saydnmotherboyangel2941]

beautifully said

[@christhvedt5071]

Beautiful man

[@MerkinMuffly]

Too many interception highlights, not enough of his incredible tackling.

[@thedonprince7941]

thats what makes him a legend. theres more

[@t-jh4236]

This must be the shortened version. I just saw a tribute on KZbin TV that had some insane tackles where he closes gaps as if the footage was sped up.

[@edkokosko1759]

The best. And he went to church constantly. Great player,citizen, and person!

[@michaellee1499]

I heard a rumor that someone saw him at the C gap

[@mikaelpecan5991]

Fucking Palomalu

[@Candyman9721]

The angel of death

[@-twss-7750]

Ed reed would have tackled u Palomalu would have shaved years off your life

[@brandona9326]

@@mikaelpecan5991 *Polamalu

[@travismoyer2982]

What's a c gap

[@alexanderhale4479]

I had the incredible opportunity of meeting him in a Best Buy outside of San Diego. Even though I’m a homegrown Bengals fan (I even told him as much), he didn’t hesitate to take a picture with me and even thank me for my service; seeing that I was an active duty Marine at the time. Troy is a great example for everyone.

[@bconni2]

he's a So Cal guy....born in the greater L.A area and went to USC....

[@bbpoItergeist]

Alexander Hale than you for your service

[@frankmaxfield7025]

I know your pain when he was on the other side if the against my Bengals. You knew he wasn't gonna be on the other side if the ball very long before he did something to make bengals look stupid. For that he was an asshole lmao but one day f the best safety's to ever play the game.

[@Suzukibob69]

If I ever had the chance to meet anyone in the world I wanted to, it’s Troy. He’s such a genuine person and an amazing athlete.

[@kyleb2023]

I’ll never get rid of my 43 jersey🔥 lifelong Steeler and legend!

[@danielwilczak8276]

We need more players like Polumalu competitive and that doesn’t have a high ego

[@MarloSoBalJr]

That's gonna be difficult to find. Troy was truly special to watch. Went out like an honored warrior with not like a scandalous diva.

[@user-cb1zb4no6m]

He could’ve had a nice talk to Antonio Brown

[@onesojourner7514]

Troy was one of the main reasons I would watch every Steelers game. It was a breath of fresh to see his humility in spite of his great talent. It is very rare in the NFL.

[@marcoortiz4580]

Same af ❤️

[@sidj6745]

When I think about Troy he is just a special player. The things he did just at times seemed impossible. What a gem the Steelers were blessed to have. On the field, off the field just one special guy.

[@flashedwheat6783]

Sounds like nice humbled guy. We need more people like this guy in the world.

[@ryliehaynes3247]

Troy Polamalou is an absolute legend. No one will ever replace this guy🤞😭

[@tomwitner874]

He has great stats and is a HOF no doubt but he had way more of an impact than his stats indicate

[@hexhex7734]

Tom Witner I don’t think he is a hof yet

[@sethrichter15]

Hex Hex first ballot no question

[@mylestate]

I remember SI had an article on Steelers defense with & without Troy & their W-L record with & without Troy & it was night & day how good they were with Troy & when he was injured they were barely mediocre.

[@olivierlatulippe4244]

Hex Hex if he aint a hof yet he’ll never be. Lmao if you know nothing about football, the guy is retired and one of the best safeties of all time

[@itzsombra10]

Olivier latulippe what? He isn’t a hall of famer yet because a player has to be retired for 5 years before consideration and he retired in 2014

[@doodle20]

I’m from Kansas City and a die hard Chiefs fan, but when we played against the Steelers in the 2000s-2010s,I knew we were screwed. I have the utmost respect for Troy, the way he played the game, and his humble nature. A man of his nature is rare, but a man of his nature in the NFL is even more rare. I was truly happy to see him as a first ballot Hall of Fame inductee. He deserved it!

[@gman2691]

50 year fan of the Steelers. I proudly wear #43 after retiring my Joe Green jersey. Just a humble classy guy. Plus a great head of hair.

[@omegaman6616]

I def gotta throw my Polamalu jersey on today. You don't realize how important somebody really is to a team until they're gone.

[@davidglover2023]

Ain't that the truth, brother!!!

[@chickenofthecave1406]

Omega Man I seriously miss him. But I’m glad he’s doing what he loves now, and he deserves it. He’s given our team so much. He’ll go down in history

[@ATenorSaxophone]

#truth he will be missed as a steeler

[@ATenorSaxophone]

Not to be rude, im also a steeler fan, but this is when Ben was good.

[@chickenofthecave1406]

Noah Benner Agreed. Ben needs to go. Love the guy, he’s also a very famous Steeler, but he’s lost it.

[@calvin5041]

Lol Polamalu is the reason nobody can't jump over the Oline anymore

[@kingswag_5249]

calvin5041 true lol

[@silvrr.]

Can*

[@nathanrumbles3761]

Titus Teo Fui he corrected him with can because Calvin said "nobody can't".. Meaning everyone can. Nobody can* is right.

[@titusfuimaonoteo]

Nathan Rumbles got you dawg.

[@calvin5041]

Nathan Rumbles Can't I guess you never heard of the Leaping penalty

[@coughingowloutdoors8579]

The true epitome of an NFL superstar. Of course his physical talent allowed him to do spectacular things, what was exceptional about him was his ability to react and to be in the right place at the right time. I was vary sad to see him retire, but what great memories we all have of him, loving what he did and doing it with class and humility. We need more like him in the NFL and the world. Thanks Troy!

[@loganwatson5905]

I’ve never been a Steelers fan, but I’ll always be a Troy Polamalu fan. One of the humblest and most talented individuals to ever play the game

[@Jeterfan906]

You know what I’m not even mad he didn’t make that NFL 100 list. He’s so much better than everyone else on that list it’s not even a fair comparison.

[@TheNamezZ]

That top 100 was bogus left out Troy, AP and LT.

[@shinto7312]

isaiah anderson LT?

[@TheNamezZ]

@@shinto7312 ladanian tomlinson

[@hamburgerdan101]

frank gore should of been on that list too not some of those FB from the 30s. All they did was be over 6 foot. I could give a shit about the 9ers or colts but frank should and probably will be in HOF before he retires. I got tons of respect for someone like him

[@cyrillesu]

@@TheNamezZ not to mention Charles Woodson, TO, Shannon Sharpe, and Drew Brees. The list is bullshit.

[@nobroncosfanscaredbeforema4542]

You'd never expect a man who plays like that to have such a soothing voice

[@samhartman5676]

When I watch Troy's highlights it makes me miss him even more. I wish we had players with half his skill an drive cause bro was a menace on the field an was always on God mode

[@shinski8114]

tj watt

[@psimms988]

The guy is a legend. Best strong safety I've ever seen play.

[@franciscodonato942]

"Not cognitively thinking" at 12:03. Clear proof that Polamalu mastered ultra instinct.

[@Zeta-vb2xh]

Exactly

[@jasonmooreplease120]

4D chess

[@theflyingempanada]

He talks to jesus

[@dylancheatham9578]

@@theflyingempanada lol

[@AK47HEAVYMETAL83]

It was second nature 💪😂

[@DB-dj5cx]

My favorite player of all time

[@elihernandez800]

Shocking. Wouldve never guessed.

[@whittjoyce838]

Pat Tillman

[@jameswormsley460]

yea me too

[@dougcarter1924]

DB He's a class act.Hines Ward was TO.

[@toastybread333]

My favorite person on defense ever to live on offense is ab,leveon,,ben and juju lol

[@martyfest6120]

Growing up and still living in Pittsburgh obviously a steeler fan, I really miss watching him play but also feel extremely lucky I was able to witness these things first hand. Thank you Troy!!

[@k1ngcast731]

Troy was one of my fav growing up. He had the best instincts I’ve ever seen and was a playmaker on D. Him and ed reed were the best safety’s of their generation.

[@jameysummers1577]

I met Troy at the North Hills Home Depot, and I said to him, because I wasn''t sure it was him at first, you look just like Troy Polamalu. I told him that he was my favorite,and it was a pleasure watching him. He actually took the time to talk to me. What a great guy on and off the field.

[@nobodyaskedyou64]

my daughter went to school with one of his nieces in Utah great family

[@rippetoe38]

That's awesome.

[@MastersOfAll7581]

Weird. My dad also saw him at the same Home Depot last summer as well😂

[@jameysummers1577]

@@MastersOfAll7581 He must do a lot of work on his house.

[@PHIISON]

Who is here after it's announced that Troy is being inducted into the Hall

[@wenjunfan5273]

bomplete I am!

[@matthewh8812]

He played in the c gap

[@johnlewis8934]

He deserves it honestly, dude was a beast

[@redpillinvestor8571]

I'm a Baltimore fan, and I love Polamalu. Got to respect the greats. Seems like a real decent guy, too.

[@TheRealLarryFisherman]

I am a patriots fan but growing up Polamalu was my idol. He started gaining my interest after I saw that fingertip interception against chargers. He was such a amazing player yet he seemed like a even better man.

[@californiahipster4848]

I miss Troy he is for sure one of the best SS of all time

[@fastede52]

Thank you Troy you will always be a Legend sir. One of the greatest to ever touch the ball!!!

[@mikaelag4109]

i was just a kid when i first saw him play and i dubbed him “the guy with long hair” and he’s been my favorite player ever since

[@XEROgrvty]

Never heard of him until now but his attitude towards the game of football is amazing. Most players will say there the best Troy didn’t go out and boast because of what he could do he just knew he was good and would keep playing that way not holding back

[@Wareaglev2]

"the angel of death in the C Gap" - Pat Mcafee

[@bdubbs_420]

Troy is def one of my favorite steelers of all time. Im only 31 and i know there were alot of great players for the steelers over all the years but Troy is a special guy and how can you not love his personality.

[@callofdutyruinedmylife1128]

troy is my fav steeler always has been he was a big part of my childhood man

[@hectorperez4375]

One of my favorite players of all time! He played football like if he were playing a serious game of keep away

[@makingmoveswithsp789]

Man... Troy what an all around beast and gentlemen! You are truly remarkable. This is how all athletes should be a "HUMBLE-BEAST" IT WAS AN HONER WATCHING YOU!

[@_TOMAHAWK]

A soft spoken beast.

[@jcearnhardt393]

Been a diehard football fan 50 years, I'm a ravens fan, troy is the best player I ever watched play, troy could cover any receiver one on one, when he blitzed no rb or te could begin to block him, he disguised what he was doing better than anybody, he never missed a tackle, he played with a tenacity and heart like very few, he practiced and showed up every day like a true champion/captain. Nobody ever in my 50 years of watching has brought all thought to the game. P.s whoever didnt put palamalu in the top 100 players list should have every credential to vote or write anything to do with football taken. Troy was a certified bonified badass.

[@dionsmith2405]

He’s what made me a steelers fan in the first place, easily my top five favourite players of all time

[@HaightTheGreat]

Troy played with honor. I don't think most players understand what that means.

[@xboxbxdrr7270]

And EA still wont give him a card in madden smh

[@agk9276]

Air Extreme fr

[@supersomeone9032]

Wtf why

[@AndyM9594]

They don't have the rights to him anymore lmao

[@Dasanie]

Lol ya'll dont know this works huh? Once a player retires the NFL doesn't own the rights of the player which in turn means Madden doesn't have the rights. In order for the retired player to be in the game EA has to go out and buy his rights from him. Some players just dont wanna give their rights, hence Polamalu, Peyton manning, Terrelle Owens etc who haven't been in the game since they retired. So unless EA goes out and throws but load of cash at him (which is vary unlikely because of how notoriously cheap they are) then don't expect to ever see him in Madden.

[@uzzle21]

Air Extreme fuck EA rs

[@laxallday515]

This man is literally Keanu Reeves just in a big Polynesian body💪🏽

[@thatoneguy1694]

bike suisala lol

[@ameliavaka8997]

Keanu Reeves is part Polynesian. Fun fact

[@jvelez047]

@bike suisala jesus christ my guy hes talking about personality and don't ever talk bad about Keanu

[@deeznutz8320]

Keanu is like part Polynesian. He is also Canadian and was born in Lebannon

[@jacobhayes3735]

Reddit moment

[@KuKuKlock123]

Gonna be a long time before we see another player like Troy Polamalu. His passion, and drive is just otherworldly.

[@darkpsychoelf1701]

Watching these moments of excellence brings tears to my eyes! This man brought such joy and excitement to every game he played!!