Hines Ward

Hines Ward has transitioned from a Super Bowl-winning NFL athlete to a respected football coach and media personality, sharing insights from his decorated career. After being drafted by the Pittsburgh Steelers in the third round of the 1998 NFL Draft, Hines Ward embarked on a storied 14-year career (1998-2011), establishing himself as one of the franchise’s most iconic players. Ward became the Steelers’ all-time leader in receptions, receiving yards, and touchdown receptions. He earned four Pro Bowl selections from 2001 to 2004 and three Second-Team All-Pro honors from 2002 to 2004.

In 2002, Ward set new Steelers franchise records with 112 receptions and 12 touchdowns. His consistent performance led to him being named Team MVP in 2003, and he continued to break franchise records, becoming the all-time leading receiver with his 538th career catch in 2005. Ward solidified his legacy as a two-time Super Bowl Champion, contributing to victories in Super Bowl XL (2006) and Super Bowl XLIII (2009). His standout performance in Super Bowl XL earned him the coveted Super Bowl MVP title.

Beyond his coaching and media work, Ward is a dedicated philanthropist and vocal advocate for the social acceptance of mixed-race youth in South Korea, having established the Hines Ward Helping Hands Foundation to support these efforts.