Pittsburgh Steelers All-Time Receiving Touchdown Leaders starts with Hines Ward, the franchise record-holder with 85 touchdown catches. For a team known for defense, toughness and physical football, Ward leading the Steelers in receiving touchdowns fits the franchise perfectly.
Antonio Brown ranks second with 74 receiving touchdowns, while John Stallworth sits third with 63 after building a Hall of Fame career during Pittsburgh’s dynasty years. Lynn Swann, Heath Miller, Buddy Dial, Louis Lipps, Elbie Nickel, Ray Mathews and Mike Wallace round out a top 10 that spans nearly every major era of Steelers passing history.
For the full team index, visit our Pittsburgh Steelers all-time leaders and player rankings hub. This list uses regular-season receiving touchdowns recorded with the Pittsburgh Steelers only.
How This Steelers Receiving Touchdown List Works
This list ranks the Pittsburgh Steelers all-time receiving touchdown leaders by regular-season touchdown catches recorded with the Steelers franchise. It does not include playoff receiving touchdowns, preseason stats or touchdowns caught with another NFL team.
That matters for players like Antonio Brown, Buddy Dial and Mike Wallace, who also had NFL chapters outside Pittsburgh. For this leaderboard, only their Steelers production counts.
This ranking includes wide receivers and tight ends because it is a receiving touchdown leaderboard, not a wide receivers-only ranking. That is why Heath Miller and Elbie Nickel appear alongside classic Steelers receivers.
Last updated: 2026 offseason. No active Steelers player is currently inside this top 10.
Table of Contents
- How This Steelers Receiving Touchdown List Works
- 1. Hines Ward — 85 Receiving TDs
- 2. Antonio Brown — 74 Receiving TDs
- 3. John Stallworth — 63 Receiving TDs
- 4. Lynn Swann — 51 Receiving TDs
- 5. Heath Miller — 45 Receiving TDs
- 6. Buddy Dial — 42 Receiving TDs
- 7. Louis Lipps — 39 Receiving TDs
- 8. Elbie Nickel — 37 Receiving TDs
- 9. Ray Mathews — 34 Receiving TDs
- 10. Mike Wallace — 32 Receiving TDs
- Biggest Takeaways
- Full Ranking Table
- FAQ
- Conclusion
- More Steelers and NFL Rankings
1. Hines Ward — 85 Receiving TDs
Pittsburgh Steelers Stats & Accolades: 1998–2011 with Pittsburgh, franchise-record 85 receiving touchdowns, franchise-record 1,000 receptions, franchise-record 12,083 receiving yards, four Pro Bowls, two Super Bowl championships and Super Bowl XL MVP.
Hines Ward is the Pittsburgh Steelers all-time receiving touchdown leader with 85. He also owns the franchise records for receptions and receiving yards, making him the most productive pass catcher in team history.
Ward was not just a receiver who caught passes. He was a physical, tone-setting player who blocked like a tight end, played through contact and represented the toughness Steelers fans love.
His 85 touchdown catches show how reliable he was near the end zone. Add in two Super Bowl rings and a Super Bowl MVP, and Ward’s place at the top of this list feels completely earned.
2. Antonio Brown — 74 Receiving TDs
Pittsburgh Steelers Stats & Accolades: 2010–2018 with Pittsburgh, 74 receiving touchdowns, 837 receptions, 11,207 receiving yards, seven Pro Bowls, multiple first-team All-Pro selections and NFL 2010s All-Decade Team selection.
Antonio Brown ranks second in Steelers career receiving touchdowns with 74. At his peak, he was one of the most unstoppable wide receivers in the NFL.
Brown’s route running, separation ability, body control and chemistry with Ben Roethlisberger made him a nightmare matchup. He could win deep, underneath, outside or from the slot.
He came close to several franchise receiving records despite playing fewer games in Pittsburgh than Hines Ward. Brown’s Steelers ending was complicated, but his on-field production was historically elite.
3. John Stallworth — 63 Receiving TDs
Pittsburgh Steelers Stats & Accolades: 1974–1987 with Pittsburgh, 63 receiving touchdowns, 537 receptions, 8,723 receiving yards, four Super Bowl championships, multiple Pro Bowls and Pro Football Hall of Fame wide receiver.
John Stallworth ranks third in Steelers career receiving touchdowns with 63. He was one of the most important offensive weapons of Pittsburgh’s 1970s dynasty.
Stallworth brought smooth route running, big-play ability and clutch postseason production. He played in a much lower-volume passing era, which makes his touchdown total even more impressive.
His combination of regular-season scoring, playoff moments and four Super Bowl rings makes him one of the greatest receivers in Steelers history.
4. Lynn Swann — 51 Receiving TDs
Pittsburgh Steelers Stats & Accolades: 1974–1982 with Pittsburgh, 51 receiving touchdowns, 336 receptions, 5,462 receiving yards, four Super Bowl championships, Super Bowl X MVP and Pro Football Hall of Fame wide receiver.
Lynn Swann ranks fourth in Steelers career receiving touchdowns with 51. His career numbers do not look as big as modern receivers, but his impact was massive.
Swann was known for graceful route running, body control and spectacular catches in the biggest moments. His Super Bowl X MVP performance remains one of the most iconic receiving showcases in NFL history.
He was not a high-volume receiver by modern standards, but when Pittsburgh needed a big play, Swann delivered. His 51 touchdown catches keep him firmly inside the franchise top five.
5. Heath Miller — 45 Receiving TDs
Pittsburgh Steelers Stats & Accolades: 2005–2015 with Pittsburgh, 45 receiving touchdowns, 592 receptions, 6,569 receiving yards, two Pro Bowls and two Super Bowl championships.
Heath Miller ranks fifth in Steelers career receiving touchdowns and is the top tight end on this leaderboard.
Miller was one of Ben Roethlisberger’s most trusted targets. He was dependable over the middle, strong in traffic and valuable as both a receiver and blocker.
Steelers fans still remember the “Heeeath” chants because Miller represented reliable, team-first football. His 45 touchdown catches are a huge total for a Pittsburgh tight end.
6. Buddy Dial — 42 Receiving TDs
Pittsburgh Steelers Stats & Accolades: 1959–1963 with Pittsburgh, 42 receiving touchdowns, 219 receptions, 4,723 receiving yards and multiple Pro Bowl selections.
Buddy Dial ranks sixth in Steelers career receiving touchdowns with 42. His Pittsburgh career lasted only five seasons, which makes his scoring total stand out even more.
Dial was a true big-play receiver. He averaged 21.6 yards per reception with the Steelers, showing how dangerous he was as a downfield threat.
He played before Pittsburgh became a dynasty, but his production deserves serious respect. Dial remains one of the most explosive receivers in franchise history.
7. Louis Lipps — 39 Receiving TDs
Pittsburgh Steelers Stats & Accolades: 1984–1991 with Pittsburgh, 39 receiving touchdowns, 358 receptions, 6,018 receiving yards, two Pro Bowls, 1984 NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year and Steelers Hall of Honor member.
Louis Lipps ranks seventh in Steelers career receiving touchdowns with 39. He was one of the most exciting offensive players Pittsburgh had during the 1980s.
Lipps brought speed, return ability and big-play talent. He immediately made an impact as a rookie and became a key weapon during a transition period after the 1970s dynasty.
His 39 touchdown catches and more than 6,000 receiving yards keep him among the most productive pass catchers in Steelers history.
8. Elbie Nickel — 37 Receiving TDs
Pittsburgh Steelers Stats & Accolades: 1947–1957 with Pittsburgh, 37 receiving touchdowns, 329 receptions, 5,131 receiving yards, three Pro Bowls and Steelers Hall of Honor member.
Elbie Nickel ranks eighth in Steelers career receiving touchdowns with 37. He played tight end in an era when passing numbers were much lower than they are today.
That context makes Nickel’s production impressive. He gave Pittsburgh one of its earliest great receiving threats and became one of the best tight ends of his generation.
His 37 touchdown catches still hold up decades later, proving how important he was to the early Steelers passing game.
9. Ray Mathews — 34 Receiving TDs
Pittsburgh Steelers Stats & Accolades: 1951–1959 with Pittsburgh, 34 receiving touchdowns, 230 receptions, 3,919 receiving yards and strong two-way/backfield receiving value during his era.
Ray Mathews ranks ninth in Steelers career receiving touchdowns with 34. He is one of the older names on this leaderboard, but his production deserves recognition.
Mathews played in a very different NFL, when offensive roles were more flexible and passing volume was much lower. Even in that environment, he became a consistent scoring threat for Pittsburgh.
His 34 touchdown catches keep him ahead of several modern Steelers receivers and give him a strong place in franchise history.
10. Mike Wallace — 32 Receiving TDs
Pittsburgh Steelers Stats & Accolades: 2009–2012 with Pittsburgh, 32 receiving touchdowns, 235 receptions, 4,042 receiving yards and one Pro Bowl selection.
Mike Wallace rounds out the Steelers top 10 in career receiving touchdowns with 32. His Pittsburgh career was short, but his impact was explosive.
Wallace was one of the NFL’s fastest deep threats during his Steelers prime. He stretched defenses vertically and gave Ben Roethlisberger a dangerous home-run target.
His 32 touchdown catches in only four seasons show how quickly he could change games. Wallace’s speed-based production keeps him inside the franchise top 10.
Biggest Takeaways From the Steelers Receiving TD List
The biggest takeaway is that Hines Ward still owns the franchise receiving touchdown record. His 85 touchdown catches remain the standard for Steelers pass catchers.
The second takeaway is how close Antonio Brown got in fewer seasons. Brown finished with 74 receiving touchdowns in Pittsburgh and produced one of the best wide receiver peaks in NFL history.
The third takeaway is the strength of Pittsburgh’s dynasty receivers. John Stallworth and Lynn Swann both rank inside the top four, proving how important the passing game was to the Steelers’ championship offense.
Full Ranking Table: Pittsburgh Steelers All-Time Receiving Touchdown Leaders
Note: This table is sorted by regular-season receiving touchdowns with the Steelers only.
| Rank | Player | Steelers Years | Receiving TDs | Receptions | Receiving Yards |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hines Ward | 1998–2011 | 85 | 1,000 | 12,083 |
| 2 | Antonio Brown | 2010–2018 | 74 | 837 | 11,207 |
| 3 | John Stallworth | 1974–1987 | 63 | 537 | 8,723 |
| 4 | Lynn Swann | 1974–1982 | 51 | 336 | 5,462 |
| 5 | Heath Miller | 2005–2015 | 45 | 592 | 6,569 |
| 6 | Buddy Dial | 1959–1963 | 42 | 219 | 4,723 |
| 7 | Louis Lipps | 1984–1991 | 39 | 358 | 6,018 |
| 8 | Elbie Nickel | 1947–1957 | 37 | 329 | 5,131 |
| 9 | Ray Mathews | 1951–1959 | 34 | 230 | 3,919 |
| 10 | Mike Wallace | 2009–2012 | 32 | 235 | 4,042 |
FAQ: Pittsburgh Steelers All-Time Receiving Touchdown Leaders
Who has the most receiving touchdowns in Pittsburgh Steelers history?
Hines Ward has the most receiving touchdowns in Pittsburgh Steelers history with 85 regular-season receiving TDs.
Who is second in Steelers career receiving touchdowns?
Antonio Brown ranks second in Steelers career receiving touchdowns with 74 receiving TDs.
Who is third in Pittsburgh Steelers all-time receiving touchdowns?
John Stallworth ranks third with 63 receiving touchdowns for Pittsburgh.
Where does Lynn Swann rank in Steelers receiving touchdowns?
Lynn Swann ranks fourth in Steelers career receiving touchdowns with 51 receiving TDs.
Where does Heath Miller rank in Steelers receiving touchdowns?
Heath Miller ranks fifth in Steelers career receiving touchdowns with 45 receiving TDs.
Which Steelers tight end has the most receiving touchdowns?
Heath Miller has the most receiving touchdowns by a Steelers tight end with 45 receiving touchdowns. Elbie Nickel ranks second among tight ends on this top 10 with 37.
Is Hines Ward also the Steelers receiving yards leader?
Yes. Hines Ward is also the Steelers all-time receiving yards leader with 12,083 receiving yards.
Are playoff receiving touchdowns included in this Steelers ranking?
No. This ranking uses regular-season receiving touchdowns with the Steelers only. Playoff receiving touchdowns are not included.
Conclusion: Hines Ward Still Leads the Steelers Receiving TD List
Hines Ward remains the Pittsburgh Steelers all-time receiving touchdown leader with 85. Antonio Brown ranks second with 74, while John Stallworth is third with 63.
The leaderboard shows how deep Pittsburgh’s receiving history really is. Ward and Brown dominate the modern record book, Stallworth and Swann connect the list to the dynasty years, and Heath Miller represents one of the greatest tight end careers in franchise history.
Ward’s lead remains safe for now. His combination of production, toughness, blocking and championship impact makes him one of the most complete offensive players the Steelers have ever had.
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