Dan Marino Claims Super Bowl Wins Likely if Steelers Drafted Him

Dan Marino, the legendary Pitt Panthers quarterback, reflected on the Pittsburgh Steelers' decision to pass on him during the 1983 NFL Draft, believing he could have won a couple of Super Bowls had he been drafted by his hometown team. Marino, who went on to have a Hall of Fame career with the Miami Dolphins, stated on the 'Not Just Football' podcast that the Steelers' strong defense would have complemented his skills well. Despite the missed opportunity, he noted that not being drafted by Pittsburgh was ultimately beneficial for his career, allowing him to mature and develop away from home. The Steelers selected defensive tackle Gabe Rivera instead, a choice that has since been deemed one of the franchise's biggest draft misses. Marino famously led the Dolphins to a Super Bowl appearance in 1984, where they defeated the Steelers in the AFC Championship Game. Many fans still ponder the 'what if' scenario of Marino in a Steelers uniform, especially considering the team's struggles in the years following their dynasty.