1934 Pittsburgh Pirates (NFL) season
The 1934 Pittsburgh Pirates season was the team's second season in the National Football League. The Pirates finished with a record of 2-10, placing them last in the Eastern Division.
The team, owned by Art Rooney, struggled throughout the season, failing to build on their inaugural 1933 campaign. The offense was largely ineffective, and the defense was unable to consistently contain opposing teams. Notable players on the team included quarterback Warren Heller and end Bill Kern. However, individual performances weren't enough to overcome the team's overall shortcomings.
The Pirates' poor performance in 1934 contributed to their decision to rebrand as the Steelers in 1940, seeking to create a new identity and reflect the city's steel industry. The 1934 season serves as a significant point in the franchise's early history, marking a low point before the eventual transformation into the Pittsburgh Steelers.