RH In a groundbreaking move, the Pittsburgh Steelers have become the first NFL team to launch a 3-year post-career support program for their former players — and the entire league is taking notice.

The Pittsburgh Steelers have officially become the first NFL organization to introduce a comprehensive three-year program for players transitioning out of the game.

The initiative provides monthly income, mental health resources, and career training to ensure no former Steeler feels abandoned once their playing days end.

Each participant will have access to personal mentorship from franchise legends and community reintegration programs designed around Pittsburgh’s blue-collar values.

Team president Art Rooney II said: “Being a Steeler means belonging to a family that never forgets you. When you wear black and gold, that bond is forever.”

Former players and fans alike applauded the Rooney family’s move, calling it “the purest expression of what the Steelers stand for.”

The NFLPA praised Pittsburgh for leading the way in post-career welfare, setting a new cultural standard for other teams to follow.

For a franchise built on loyalty and legacy, this initiative reinforces a timeless truth — the Standard is the Standard.

Alvin Kamara steals the show during postgame locker room celebration to reward head coach Kellen Moore after first win

Getting a first anything in the NFL is a big deal. A first touchdown, a first sack, or a first win all mean so much to players and coaches alike. Those sort of moments, along with other inaugural honors are a part of why sports are special for everyone involved.

The New Orleans Saints got to endure that sort of excitement on multiple levels in Week 5 against the New York Giants. Kellen Moore got his first win as an NFL head coach, and Spencer Rattler got his first victory as a starting quarterback, snapping a ten loss streak at starter.

Alvin Kamara leads special moment for head coach Kellen Moore

After the win, there was plenty of emotion in the locker room. Alontae Taylor posted a video of him celebrating with teammates and staff members. The Saints posted a video of Rattler thanking fans for their continued support. The team social media also shared the postgame discussion between Moore and his players.

Moore made sure to shoutout a handful of guys for making big plays, like Kool-Aid McKinstry, Jonas Sanker, Rashid Shaheed, and others. Veteran running back Alvin Kamara would not let the young HC go unnoticed, though. He stopped Moore as he was closing to get his teammates to celebrate Moore’s first win and hand him a game ball of his own.

Kellen Moore gives his first post-win locker room speech & AK made sure he got his game ball pic.twitter.com/UQXYd63FWr

— New Orleans Saints (@Saints) October 5, 2025

New Orleans hasn’t had much to get happy about so far this season. They understood that when they started the campaign. but it is always a harsh reality when it is happening. For the Saints, they hope that this first win can relay themselves into more as the season progresses.

The Saints have some young talent that showed up in a massive way on Sunday against the Giants, too. Jonas Sanker was all over the field at safety, and Kool-Aid McKinstry had two interceptions. Kendre Miller ran the ball extremely well, and both young tackles (Taliese Fuaga and Kelvin Banks Jr.) found success against a top DL unit in football.

Looking ahead, Kellen Moore is hopeful that these winning ways don’t shy away from the Saints for too long again. Even as a first-year head coach, you want to find ways to keep players, young and old, committed to doing their job effectively.

Against New York, Moore’s team did that and found a way to victory. They deserve the credit right now.