March 30th, 2009 
Matt Loede 
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We all know that the Steelers have a rich tradition of big plays over the course of their history. From six Super Bowls to countless playoff games to huge wins, the Steelers are the most celebrated NFL team in history for a number of reasons. Today we continue the countdown of the “Top 10 Catches in Steelers History”. Today, we throw out Number 7. Be back tomorrow for Number 6:
Number 7: December 29th 1974 – Swann Puts the Steelers Ahead for Good vs Oakland in the AFC Championship Game
Playing in a hostile enviorment vs the Raiders, the Steelers hung in with Oakland, and found themselves tied at 10 following a Franco Harris 8-yard TD run in the fourth quarter. Sensing the kill and a chance to get to their first Super Bowl, the Steelers defense came up with a big play, as Jack Ham read Ken Stabler and intercepted a Raiders pass that he returned 24 yards to the 9-yard line. With the Radiers on the ropes and the Steelers ready to make history, Terry Bradshaw fired a strike to Lynn Swann and the HOF WR made a great catch from 6 yards out near the back of the end zone to put the Steelers up for good at 17-10. The Steelers D and running game took over, and the Steelers were off to their first Super Bowl after the 24-13 win.
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