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Lynn Swann

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Born March 7, 1952 · Alcoa, Tennessee, USA

Biography

Lynn Curtis Swann (born March 7, 1952) is an American former football player, broadcaster, politician, and athletic director, best known for his association with the University of Southern California and the Pittsburgh Steelers. He served on the President's Council on Fitness, Sports, and Nutrition from 2002 to 2005. In 2006, he was the Republican nominee for Governor of Pennsylvania.

Awards & recognition

  • Walter Payton Man of the Year Award · 1981
  • All-Pro · 1978
  • College Football All-America Team · 1973
  • National Football League 1970s All-Decade Team
  • Pittsburgh Steelers All-Time Team
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  • Pro Football Hall of Fame
  • Super Bowl Most Valuable Player Award
  • Walter Payton Man of the Year Award · 1981 · nominated

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