Troy Polamalu. [37] The Steelers received a playoff berth after finishing second in the AFC North with an 11–5 record. It was amazing how high he could jump. These are the kinds of anecdotes that are sprinkled throughout the book, things never before told. [123], Polamalu is well read in the history and theology of early Christianity, which ultimately led both him and his wife to convert to Orthodox Christianity in 2007. This first-ever biography written about the legendary Steelers player includes interviews with hundreds of his family, former teammates, and more. This marked his first year starting all 12 games at strong safety and he closed out 2000 with 83 tackles, 5 tackles-for-loss, one sack, two interceptions, and one touchdown. He and Indianapolis Colts receiver Reggie Wayne are the only two finalists for 2020 to be nominated in their first year of eligibility. Send Message. [130], During the 2011 NFL lockout, Polamalu utilized his time away from the field to return to the University of Southern California to complete his college education. He earns a massive salary throughout is a … My grandson is a huge fan and he plays little league football now. CRAIG WOLFLEY: "The greatest thing that stands out about Troy is his humility and his commitment to being a humble servant of others. [63], The Steelers finished first atop the AFC North with a 12–4 record. [112] He finished the season with 69 combined tackles (50 solo), 11 pass deflections, two interceptions, and a sack in 16 games and 16 starts. Father: Aoatoa Polamalu Mother: Suila Polamalu Brother(s): Sakio Aumua Sister(s): Tria Aumua, Sheila Aumua, Lupe Aumua Marital Status: Married Wife/Girlfriend: Theodora Holmes (M. 2005) Children: 2 Son(s): Paisios, Ephraim Daughter(s): None Pittsburgh Steelers. On 19-4-1981 Troy Polamalu (nickname: Troy ) was born in Garden Grove, California, United States. Wexell also chronicles each Steelers season after the team made him its first-round pick in 2003, and he does it the same way he presented all of the other information in the book. After being voted team captain for the second consecutive year, he opened the 2002 season with seven tackles and one tackle for a loss in a victory over Auburn. Troy helped me. His brother, Isaiah, is currently enrolled there. [11] Polamalu then disrupted Stanford for the third year in a row, accumulating a season-high 13 tackles, two tackles for a loss, and one sack. He has hair just like yours and the coach and team members call him “Lil” Polamalu. [4], Polamalu received an athletic scholarship to attend the University of Southern California, and played for the USC Trojans football team from 1999 to 2002. [118] In the 30–17 loss, he had eight combined tackles and one quarterback hit in his final career game.[119]. They are still together and have a very strong bond. [39] In addition, he was named as a First Team All-Pro. He reportedly lives off of the revenue from rental properties and earns hundreds of thousands of dollars a year. [97] He further aggravated the injury during the game and left after further straining his calf muscle. The book is titled, "POLAMALU: The Inspirational Story of Pittsburgh Steelers Strong Safety Troy Polamalu," and its author is Jim Wexell. 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