Trump ordered the name of the Pittsburgh Steeler and was praised at Steel Plant rally

president Donald Trump Pittsburgh Steelers players took to the stage Friday in a speech at the US Steel Factory in West Mifflin, Pennsylvania.

Steelers Quarterback Mason Rudolphwith safety mile Kyrebrew, who won four Super Bowls in Pittsburgh in the 1970s, and former running back Rocky Brier, taking the stage and presented the president with a custom No. 47 jersey.

“I have the honor of honoring you Pittsburgh Steeler And I want to present your jersey to you,” Brier said.

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President Donald Trump will speak on Friday, May 30, 2025 at the US Steel Mont Valley Works Invin factory in West Mifflin, Pennsylvania. (AP Photo/David Dahmer)

Trump introduced each of the three players and praised Rudolf as a potential franchise quarterback for the Steelers.

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President Donald Trump will speak on Friday, May 30, 2025 at the US Steel Mont Valley Works Invin factory in West Mifflin, Pennsylvania. (AP Photo/David Dahmer)

“I think a really good quarterback is a guy named Mason Rudolph,” Trump said. “I think he’s going to get a big shot. He’s tall. He’s handsome. He has great arms. And I feel he’s going to be a guy.”

Trump also praised Ylebrew, calling safety a “murderer.”

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Pittsburgh Steelers legend Rocky Briar will introduce Steelers Jersey and President Donald Trump at a rally outside Pittsburgh on Friday, May 30, 2025 with steel workers in West Mifflin, Pennsylvania. (Pool)

Trump has gained popularity among professional athletes throughout his second term, dating back to his campaign, particularly among football players. Trump Signature Dance He frequently became a touchdown celebrities during the 2024 NFL season.

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