American Football Biography

Lynn Swann

“Lynn Swann”

American · Alcoa, Tennessee · Born 1 January 1952

Wide Receiver

5462

goals

116

apps

Super Bowl X catches so acrobatic they played as art — four Super Bowls with Pittsburgh.

Lynn Swann was born in Alcoa, Tennessee in 1952. A trained dancer before football, his body control produced the most acrobatic catches in Super Bowl history. His 53-yard diving grab in Super Bowl X is the most celebrated individual catch in the game's history. He won four championships with the Steelers.

Best Known For

Super Bowl 4x

Honours & Achievements

Career Honours

Super Bowl 4x
Super Bowl X MVP
Pro Bowl 3x

Career Journey

Timeline

1952 👶 Born in Alcoa, Tennessee

1982 🏁 Retired from professional sport

🏟️ Pittsburgh Steelers

🏆 Super Bowl 4x

🏆 Super Bowl X MVP

🏆 Pro Bowl 3x

Goals	5462
Apps	116

Club	Apps
Pittsburgh Steelers	—

Nationality	American
Born	1 January 1952 (age 74)
Birth Place	Alcoa, Tennessee
Position	Wide Receiver
Retired	1982
Est. Net Worth	$5m

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

3 common questions about Lynn Swann

When was Lynn Swann born?

Lynn Swann was born in 1952 in Alcoa.

What nationality is Lynn Swann?

Lynn Swann is American.

What position did Lynn Swann play?

Lynn Swann played as a Wide Receiver.

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