Former Steeler, Hall of Famer Jack Ham hospitalized after medical emergency
Legendary Pittsburgh Steeler Jack Ham experienced a medical emergency Saturday.
Former Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker and Hall of Famer Jack Ham has been hospitalized following a medical emergency on Saturday. The incident occurred while Ham was in Seattle for a Penn State Nittany Lions game against the Washington Huskies, which was set to begin at 3:30 p.m. Eastern Time. According to a statement from Penn State Athletics, Ham was taken to the University of Washington Medical Center for treatment.
The specific details of his condition remain undisclosed at this time. Ham, a Penn State All-American, was drafted 34th overall in the 1971 NFL Draft and spent his entire 12-year career with the Steelers, who claimed four Super Bowl victories during his tenure (Super Bowls IX, X, XIII, and XIV). He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1988.
This incident is currently under development, and additional information will be provided as it becomes available.
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