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The Steelers have had plenty of legendary players in the franchise's history, and Hines Ward stands as one of the most unique competitors to ever wear the black and gold.
A two-time Super Bowl champion, Super Bowl MVP and the franchise's all-time leader in receptions, receiving yards and receiving touchdowns, Ward brought a blue-collar mentality to the wide receiver position that forever redefined the role in Pittsburgh.
But there is a much more personal story beneath the legendary accolades and iconic smile. "Becoming Hines Ward" looks beyond his championship rings and gridiron dominance to explore the man behind the jersey.
"The best sports documentaries aren't really about sports — there's often a story within the story," director Jeremy Williams said. "Hines' name carries a lot of weight in the sports world, and his jersey still sells today, but I realized most people didn't actually know his full story."
How to watch 'Becoming Hines Ward': TV channel, live stream
"Becoming Hines Ward" will air on SEC Network. The documentary will also be available to stream on the ESPN app or fubo.
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'Becoming Hines Ward': Release date, start time
- Date: Tuesday, July 21
- Time: 7 p.m. ET
"Becoming Hines Ward" will air for the first time at 7 p.m. ET on Tuesday, July 21.
Hines Ward career stats with Steelers
Ward played his entire 14-year NFL career (1998–2011) with the Steelers, winning two Super Bowls with the franchise. He remains the Steelers' all-time leader in receptions, receiving yards and receiving touchdowns.
| Year | GP | Rec | Yds | Avg | TD |
| 1998 | 16 | 15 | 246 | 16.4 | 0 |
| 1999 | 16 | 61 | 638 | 10.5 | 7 |
| 2000 | 16 | 48 | 672 | 14.0 | 4 |
| 2001 | 16 | 94 | 1,003 | 10.7 | 4 |
| 2002 | 16 | 112 | 1,329 | 11.9 | 12 |
| 2003 | 16 | 95 | 1,163 | 12.2 | 10 |
| 2004 | 16 | 80 | 1,004 | 12.6 | 4 |
| 2005 | 15 | 69 | 975 | 14.1 | 11 |
| 2006 | 14 | 74 | 975 | 13.2 | 6 |
| 2007 | 13 | 71 | 732 | 10.3 | 7 |
| 2008 | 16 | 81 | 1,043 | 12.9 | 7 |
| 2009 | 16 | 95 | 1,167 | 12.3 | 6 |
| 2010 | 16 | 59 | 755 | 12.8 | 5 |
| 2011 | 15 | 46 | 381 | 8.3 | 2 |
| Total | 217 | 1,000 | 12,083 | 12.1 | 85 |
