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Depot After Dark: Matthew Rooney Passes Away, Fun Rodgers Story, Former Steelers RB Scores TD

A Steelers Depot daily segment. A quick hit of some Pittsburgh Steelers-related stories that may not require a complete article, but are worth mentioning and passing on to you guys.

Your Depot After Dark for Aug. 22.

MATTHEW ROONEY PASSES AWAY

The Rooney family has owned the Steelers since their inception in 1933. Art Rooney bought the team and helped them become a dynasty. Then, his son Dan Rooney took over, continuing to lead the Steelers to success. Unfortunately, Dan Rooney passed away in 2017, leaving Art Rooney II as the team’s owner.

Sadly, another member of the Rooney family has passed away.