The classic black-on-yellow Terrible Towel—essential for any Steelers fan! Initially born as a promotional item for fans to wave at the playoff game against the Baltimore Colts on December 27, 1975, Myron Cope created a tradition that has spanned generations. Now a staple in Steelers fans' homes across the globe, the Terrible Towel® has become an icon that many try to replicate, but fail to achieve the same impact.
The classic black-on-yellow Terrible Towel—essential for any Steelers fan! Initially born as a promotional item for fans to wave at the playoff game against the Baltimore Colts on December 27, 1975, Myron Cope created a tradition that has spanned generations. Now a staple in Steelers fans' homes across the globe, the Terrible Towel® has become an icon that many try to replicate, but fail to achieve the same impact.