Bennie Cunningham
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Position: TE
Date of Birth: December 23, 1954
Height / Weight: 6'5" / 254 lbs
First Team: PIT (1976)
Last Team: PIT (1985)
Receiving Stats (WR / TE)
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Career Summary
Last Updated: February 10, 2025
Bennie Cunningham: Career Overview
Position: Tight End (TE)Date of Birth: December 23, 1954
Career History
- Team: Pittsburgh Steelers
- Years Active: 1976 - 1985
Career Highlights
- Drafted by the Pittsburgh Steelers in the 5th round of the 1976 NFL Draft.
- Played a key role in the Steelers' offense during their dominant years in the late 1970s and early 1980s.
- Contributed to the Steelers' success in winning Super Bowl XIII (1978) and Super Bowl XIV (1979).
- Known for his reliable hands and ability to block effectively, aiding both the passing and running games.
- Accumulated a total of 1,015 receiving yards and 13 touchdowns over his career.
Legacy
Bennie Cunningham is remembered as a vital part of the Pittsburgh Steelers' dynasty during the late 1970s, contributing not just as a receiver but also as a blocker. His contributions helped pave the way for one of the most successful eras in NFL history. Though not as widely recognized as some of his contemporaries, Cunningham's role in the Steelers' Super Bowl victories solidified his place in the franchise's storied history.Source: gpt-4o-mini
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