Kordell Stewart is one of the most dangerous players in the National Football League (NFL). Blessed with extraordinary athletic ability and an exceptional knowledge of the game, he burst on the scene in 1995 as "Slash," the multi-dimensional threat of the Pittsburgh Steelers offense. Playing quarterback, running back, and wide receiver, Stewart confused defenses and helped his team reach the Super Bowl. Despite his success, he still has not reached his number-one objective: to quarterback the Steelers to a Super Bowl victory.

Growing up

Slash Sr."

Kordell Stewart was born October 16, 1972, in New Orleans, Louisiana. He was raised in Marrero, Louisiana, just across the Mississippi River from New Orleans. Stewart's father, Robert, worked at many different jobs to support his family. "I'm Slash junior," Stewart declared in Sports Illustrated for Kids, referring to his versatile father. "Slash senior is a barber slash house painter slash carpenter. He does more...