Steelers unveil 40th anniversary edition of Terrible Towel

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Steelers are celebrating the 40th anniversary of The Terrible Towel, unveiling a commemorative version of the late Myron Cope’s creation Sunday.

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Fans voted on the design of The Terrible Towel’s 40th Anniversary edition. It was revealed before the Steelers game against the Cincinnati Bengals.

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Cope's children, Elizabeth and Danny, led the "Terrible Towel Twirl" before the game.

Sunday also marked quarterback Ben Roethlisberger's return after a knee injury. On the opening drive he registered 40,000 career passing yards, becoming the first player in team history to do so.

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