Pittsburgh Steelers chairman Dan Rooney has passed away at the age of 84 and below are reactions to the news on Twitter from current and former players as well as others.
A look back at the life of Dan Rooney. pic.twitter.com/eEOJweoxYX
— NFL (@NFL) April 13, 2017
.@nflcommish weighs in on the passing of #Steelers icon Dan Rooney. "One of the finest men in the history of our game." pic.twitter.com/RgerWi1LLH
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) April 13, 2017
Today we lost a great one! I wouldn't be a Steeler if it wasn't for Mr Rooney! We will miss you dearly! Love you DMR! — Ben pic.twitter.com/94jtHKKeFO
— BigBen7.com (@_BigBen7) April 13, 2017
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— Ike Taylor (@Ike_SwagginU) April 13, 2017
To the man that forever changed the path of my life and my families for better, thank you from… https://t.co/hEMjBFIszo
— Mike Mitchell (@iammikemitchell) April 13, 2017
I would be nothing if it weren't for him
— Mike Mitchell (@iammikemitchell) April 13, 2017
What a guy he was!!!! Always sharing kind words. Even after a loss he would say "we will get them next time" … sad sad day man
— 5⃣Roosevelt nix (@Dat_Dude_Nix) April 13, 2017
Heart and soul of an entire city ! RIP Mr. Rooney!
— Anthony Chickillo (@Chickillo56) April 13, 2017
R.I.P MR. Rooney ?? https://t.co/Yjeukq692J
— Sammie Coates (@sammiecoates11) April 13, 2017
Dan Rooney!!!!!! Awesome Man!!!!!! Thanks 4 everything
— Larry Foote (@LarryFoote313) April 13, 2017
Thank u Mr. Rooney! Your legacy will go on. Ive been blessed 2 have the opportunity 2 know & speak w/ u. Steelers would not b the same w/o u pic.twitter.com/1cppfRINhg
— Cam Heyward (@CamHeyward) April 13, 2017
Rest Well Mr.Rooney! You will be truly missed! #ThankYou
— Robert Golden (@R0bG0lden) April 13, 2017
wow ! sad day for Steeler nation my prayers goes out to the Rooney family much love and respect to Mr. Dan Rooney??
— SauceGod.D.A. (@DAYERS_LOE) April 13, 2017
Thank you for everything Mr Rooney. You will forever hold a place in my heart. Rest easy my… https://t.co/bYCXEStccY
— Chris Hubbard (@C_Hubbard74) April 13, 2017
RIP Mr. Rooney ??? I only knew you a short while but man you made me feel great about being apart of the #SteelerNation #Blessings 2 Family!
— Steven Johnson Jr. (@SMJ2852) April 13, 2017
R.I.P. To Mr. Rooney. Thank you for all the knowledge you gave and support. You will always be… https://t.co/DO0BemTR1y
— Ryan Shazier (@RyanShazier) April 13, 2017
Sad day for anyone who's ever ran into Mr. Rooney. What a guy! He will truly be missed. He was the Steelers and Pittsburgh. ??
— Ramon Foster (@RamonFoster) April 13, 2017
Rest In Peace Dan Rooney. I send my prayers and condolences to the Rooney Family ? pic.twitter.com/wlbmSNeWGu
— shamarko thomas (@shamarko21ya) April 13, 2017
R.I.P. Mr. Rooney. Thanks for being an amazing man and positively impacting my life. You will truly be missed! pic.twitter.com/8p5753K3Nr
— Arthur Moats (@dabody52) April 13, 2017
From @judybattista — Dan Rooney left indelible stamp on Pittsburgh Steelers and NFL: https://t.co/ZlOKOk8gKo
— NFL Media (@NFLMedia) April 13, 2017
RIP Dan. My Mentor & friend. Thank you for your Guidance & Wisdom. I came a Young Coach & left a Better Man. Your spirit will live forever.
— Bill Cowher (@CowherCBS) April 13, 2017
Prayers to the Rooney family. Mr. Rooney always took time to welcome our crew and visit whenever in Pittsburgh for Steelers game. #gentleman
— Troy Aikman (@TroyAikman) April 13, 2017
Our thoughts are with the Rooney family and the entire Steelers organization.
Rest In Peace, Mr. Rooney. https://t.co/8TLAOpA4Dv
— Baltimore Ravens (@Ravens) April 13, 2017
Have known Dan Rooney since 1960. Instrumental in making necessary changes in league, both on/off field. NFL is better because of him.
— Gil Brandt (@Gil_Brandt) April 13, 2017
??? mr Rooney https://t.co/hVfvIL7jlD pic.twitter.com/ooJzZUx4WS
— Snoop Dogg (@SnoopDogg) April 13, 2017
Rest in heaven Mr. Rooney. You were a remarkable man. Thank you for always taking time to talk with me, and ask about my family. #legend
— Max Starks IV (@maxstarks78) April 13, 2017
We've lost the heart & soul of Steeler Nation. Incredible person humanitarian & true patriot. May his memory be eternal. Love U PapaRooney
— Troy Polamalu (@tpolamalu) April 13, 2017
RIP Mr. Rooney https://t.co/NnO8CCBrVO
— James Harrison (@jharrison9292) April 13, 2017
Dear Mr. Rooney,
When we first met in 2010 you embraced me with open arms. You made me feel… https://t.co/Wkf4WW5f8k
— Antonio Brown (@AB84) April 13, 2017
The World, the NFL and Steelers Nation lost a leader and a legend today. ? pic.twitter.com/aszdaFxo1e
— Hines Ward (@mvp86hinesward) April 13, 2017
Sending thoughts and prayers to the Rooney family and the entire @steelers organization. https://t.co/NkzkZ8R7ry
— New York Giants (@Giants) April 13, 2017
Cardinals President Michael Bidwill on passing of @steelers Chairman Dan Rooney, shown here at 1st ever game at Univ of Phx Stadium in '06 pic.twitter.com/FaxQvMluIY
— Mark Dalton (@CardsMarkD) April 13, 2017
PA governor Tom Wolf: "Pennsylvania has lost a true icon and one of our most revered citizens, civic leaders and public servants."
— Will Graves (@WillGravesAP) April 13, 2017
