Pittsburgh Steelers
Ziggy Hood - #96 - DE
| Status | Active |
| Height/Weight | 6' 3"/ 300 lbs. |
| Birthday | 02/16/1987 |
| Birthplace | Amarillo, TX |
| College | Missouri |
| Years played | 5 |
| Drafted | 2009, 1st round, 32nd pick by Steelers |
2012 STATS
| Tack | FF | Int |
|---|---|---|
| 42 | 0 | 0 |
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Getting to know ... Steelers DE Ziggy Hood
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As a rookie, Ziggy Hood made the transition from a defensive tackle in Missouri's defensive scheme to defensive end in the Steelers' 3-4 front. The early steps of that adjustment behind him, he wants to translate his knowledge to ...
PLAYER NEWS
The Pittsburgh Steelers have agreed to terms on a five-year contract with Hood.|||||||
The defensive lineman from Missouri was drafted 32nd overall by the defending Super Bowl champions. Financial terms were not disclosed on the deal announced Saturday. The Steelers open training camp on Friday.
