The 2009 Pittsburgh Steelers season was highlighted by a high-powered offense led by Ben Roethlisberger, who became the first quarterback in franchise history to pass for over 4,000 yards in a single season. Despite narrowly missing the playoffs with a 9-7 record, the defending Super Bowl champions demonstrated great character by finishing the year with a three-game winning streak and featured four Pro Bowlers, including defensive standouts James Harrison and LaMarr Woodley.