Mel Blount Autographed Steelers Vs. Oilers 8x10 Photograph

Mel Blount was the prototype cornerback of his era and a major reason why the Steelers were the dominant team of the NFL in the 1970s. He had ideal size, speed, and quickness, plus the toughness and mental ability to adjust his coverage tactics to rule changes that favored receivers. Blount earned all-pro acclaim in 1975, 1976, 1977 and 1981. He also was a four-time All-AFC selection and played in five Pro Bowls. His fumble recovery in the 1979 AFC Championship Game led to the Steelers' winning touchdown in a 27-13 victory over the Houston Oilers. Blount was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1989. Mel Blount has hand signed this 16" x 20" photograph of him running with the ball after recovering a fumble by the Houston Oilers during the AFC Championship Game at Three Rivers Stadium on January 6, 1980 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The Steelers defeated the Oilers 27-13. A Steiner Sports Certificate of Authenticity is included.

Mel Blount was a major reason why the Steelers were the dominant team of the NFL in the 1970s