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Steelers Hall of Fame linebacker Jack Ham hospitalized

Pittsburgh Steelers legendary linebacker Jack Ham has been hospitalized in Washington. The Hall of Fame linebacker was getting set for Penn State vs. Washington, as he serves as the commentator for Penn State’s radio broadcast. Penn State head coach Matt…

Published: Sunday, 8 November 2026 at 3:14 AM
Steelers Hall of Fame linebacker Jack Ham hospitalized
Key Things to Know
  • Hall of Fame linebacker Jack Ham has been hospitalized in Washington and is in stable condition.
  • The 77-year-old was preparing for the Penn State vs. Washington radio broadcast when the incident occurred.
  • Coach Matt Campbell credited radio partner Steve Jones and emergency personnel for assisting Ham.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Pittsburgh Steelers Hall of Fame linebacker Jack Ham was hospitalized in Washington while preparing to broadcast the Penn State vs. Washington football game. Penn State head coach Matt Campbell confirmed that the 77-year-old commentator is currently in stable condition following the medical event.

Campbell credited Ham's broadcast partner, Steve Jones, along with the University of Washington's emergency medical team, for their quick actions. Ham won four Super Bowls with the Steelers in the 1970s and was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1988.

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