Troy Polamalu (2018) - USC Athletics Hall of Fame

Troy Polamalu

Induction:
2018
Class:
2002

Troy Polamalu, known for his fearless hitting and flying tackles along with his flowing black hair and quiet off-field personality, was one of the greatest safeties in football history. He was a two-time (2001-02) All-American first teamer and team captain at USC, recording 281 tackles and 6 interceptions in his four-year (1999-2002) career. He made 118 stops in 2001. He was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame in 2019. A member of the Pac-12 All-Century Team, he was a first round NFL draft pick and spent his entire 12-year pro career (2003-14) with the Pittsburgh Steelers. He helped the Steelers to three Super Bowls (XL, XLIII and XLV), winning twice, and made eight Pro Bowls. He was the 2010 NFL Defensive Player of the Year. With 770 career tackles and 32 interceptions, he was named to the Steelers’ All-Time Team. He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2020. Because of his famous hair, he has appeared in numerous commercials for shampoo.