BREAKING: Art Rooney Sets His Final Ambition — $2.6 Billion “Acrisure Stadium” Project Marks Grand Exit for Steelers Owner
Pittsburgh, PA – July 30, 2025
In what is being described as a historic moment for the Pittsburgh Steelers and the NFL, longtime team owner and president Art Rooney II has announced that his final act before retiring will be to oversee the completion of a monumental $2.6 billion project — the construction of the futuristic new Acrisure Stadium.
The state-of-the-art stadium, which is already under development, is set to become the most advanced and fan-centered sports venue in the league. Rooney, who has led the Steelers through decades of legacy, championships, and transformation, confirmed this will be his last major undertaking before stepping down.
“This has been my home, my family, and my life. As I prepare for retirement, I want to give the city, our fans, and this franchise something that will endure for generations,” Rooney said during a press conference held at the construction site of the new Acrisure Stadium.
The stadium is poised to replace the current venue and redefine the fan experience with its retractable roof, 360-degree LED halo scoreboard, cutting-edge technology integration, and eco-sustainable design. With seating for over 75,000, it will also double as a world-class venue for concerts, global sporting events, and community programs.
Rooney added, “We’re not just building a stadium; we’re building a symbol of Pittsburgh’s future — strong, innovative, and passionate.”
The project has garnered both emotional and strategic significance. Sources inside the Steelers organization said the Rooney family had discussed the legacy of the franchise extensively over the past year. Art Rooney II made it clear this would be the final chapter of his direct leadership — leaving the future of the team and its operations to a new generation of Rooney family members, yet unnamed.
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell reacted to the news, calling it “a powerful moment in league history,” and commended Rooney’s vision and lifelong commitment to both the Steelers and the game of football. “Art has given his entire life to this sport and this city. Acrisure Stadium will stand as a monument to that legacy,” Goodell stated.
Fans across Pittsburgh and the nation responded with a mix of pride and nostalgia. Many recalled the Rooney family’s deep-rooted traditions, especially Art’s father, the late Dan Rooney, whose imprint on the league remains indelible.
Construction on the new Acrisure Stadium began earlier this year and is scheduled for completion by mid-2027. The Steelers plan to play their final season in the current stadium in 2026 before moving into their new home.
While retirement for Art Rooney marks the end of an era, he has made it clear that he won’t be far from the game. “I’ll still be in the stands, just like the rest of you — proud, loud, and forever a Steeler.”
As Pittsburgh readies itself for a new era, the Acrisure Stadium project serves not just as a structure of steel and glass — but as a final love letter from a leader whose name will forever be stitched into the fabric of the NFL.
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