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Black History 365 | # 252 Bill Nunn Jr.

August 1, 2025

Peace to the legend Bill Nunn Jr! Aside from being the architect for The Steelers dynasty. He revolutionized the game. When the 1970s Steelers dominated the NFL, winning four Super Bowls in six years and cementing their place as one of the greatest dynasties in football history. Nunn was behind their success — his impact went far beyond the trophies. He was legendary scout and talent evaluator and changed the NFL forever by opening the doors for players from Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). Before Nunn, many NFL teams overlooked HBCU talent, despite the wealth of skilled players in these programs. As a former journalist for the Pittsburgh Courier, one of the most influential Black newspapers in America, Nunn had deep connections with HBCU coaches and players. He saw firsthand the incredible talent being ignored by professional teams. When the Steelers hired him as a scout in 1967, Nunn used his knowledge to bring in hidden gems like Mel Blount, John Stallworth, and Donnie Shell—players who would become Hall of Famers and key pieces of the Steelers' dynasty. His influence reshaped the league and paved the way for countless Black athletes to get the recognition they deserved. And just like the athletes he paved the way four, he also didn’t get the recognition he deserved. Seven years after his death, that day came. “Induction for Hall of Fame Finalist Bill Nunn long overdue,” an article from the HoF’s website read like it should in 2021. Thank you for your contributions.

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