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President Donald Trump was joined on stage by Pittsburgh Steelers players during his speech at the U.S. Steel plant in West Mifflin, Pennsylvania, Friday.
Steelers quarterback Mason Rudolph, safety Miles Killebrew and former running back Rocky Bleier, who won four Super Bowls in Pittsburgh in the 1970s, took the stage and presented the president with a custom No. 47 jersey.
“I have the honor of making you an honorary Pittsburgh Steeler and would like to present to you your jersey,” Bleier said.
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President Donald Trump speaks at the U.S. Steel Mon Valley Works-Irvin Plant Friday, May 30, 2025, in West Mifflin, Pa. (AP Photo/David Dermer)
Trump introduced each of the three players, praising Rudolph as a potential franchise quarterback for the Steelers.
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President Donald Trump speaks at the U.S. Steel Mon Valley Works-Irvin Plant Friday, May 30, 2025, in West Mifflin, Pa. (AP Photo/David Dermer)
“I happen to think a really good quarterback is a man named Mason Rudolph,” Trump said. “I think he’s going to get a big shot. He’s tall. He’s handsome. He’s got a great arm. And I have a feeling he’s gonna be the guy.”
Trump also complimented Killebrew, calling the safety a “killer.”
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Pittsburgh Steelers legend Rocky Bleier presents President Donald Trump with a Steelers jersey during a rally with steelworkers in West Mifflin, Pa., outside Pittsburgh Friday, May 30, 2025. (Pool)
Trump has become popular among professional athletes throughout his second term and dating back to his campaign, especially among football players. Trump’s signature dance became a frequent touchdown celebration during the 2024 NFL season.
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