Greene, who like Polamalu lives a very quiet life off the field in contrast to his on-field play, liked the commercial and gave his stamp of approval. Sure, Polamalu is known for his ridiculous athletic ability, but I was. [7] His mother is Suila Polamalu. [99][100] He recorded three solo tackles in his third career Super Bowl appearance, but the Steelers were defeated by the Packers 31-25. My grandson is a huge fan and he plays little league football now. [96][97] He earned First Team All-Pro honors for the third time. LOOK: Troy Polamalu's Hall of Fame bust simply amazing [55] On October 15, 2006, he recorded a season-high nine solo tackles, a season-high three pass deflections, and returned an interception for 49-yards during a 457 victory over the Kansas City Chiefs. Feel free to post a question, I enjoy talking. From Mahomes Magic Crunch cereal to Head & Shoulders, Chiefs fans should get used to seeing him take over the airwaves on both a local and national level. I actually own a piece of Polamalus hair. ", "I think if you give me like 13 or 14 more years, I can maybe get somewhat near a beard. [70] He earned AFC Defensive Player of the Week for his game against the Browns. [132] He finished the season with 69 combined tackles (50 solo), 11 pass deflections, two interceptions, and a sack in 16 games and 16 starts. Lloyds has pulled these stunts before. He also was featured in a Coke Zero commercial that mimicked the "Mean" Joe Greene. Troy Polamalu's Prized Locks Under Attack: Is It a Real - ABC News With an agreement in place with Jackson, the Steelers focused on drafting a running back in the first round. He's heading into Canton next month to take his place as one of the greatest of all-time, but before being inducted, Troy Polamalu has teamed up once again with Patrick Mahomes for Head & Shoulders. @headshoulders @tpolamalu #ad pic.twitter.com/WBbRl4LzMG, Patrick Mahomes II (@PatrickMahomes) July 21, 2021. While there, he played high school football. A woman featured in this commercial answers, "Since before skinny jeans were this skinny." Troy Polamalu has been using it since he got a hair cut. [170], Since 2019, he and Patrick Mahomes have appeared in commercials for Head & Shoulders. You can see the full commercial below and it's quite fantastic. ", RELATED VIDEO: Patrick Mahomes Makes History as He Signs $450 Million Contract Extension. [16] "I believe God named me Troy for a reason", he said (Troy was the ancient capital of the Trojans). In a 2011 interview with glamour.com, Polamalu revealed he went through a "grunge" phase during his time at USC, during which his hair became part of his identity. Troy Story | GQ He received a bid to the 2011 Pro Bowl, marking the sixth of his career. These to may have never got the chance to go head-to-head on the gridiron, but theyre getting a chance to go head-to-head in another way now. Watch Patrick Mahomes' new commercial with Troy Polamalu This site uses cookies to provide you with a great user experience. He was a member of two Steelers' Super Bowl championship teams and was the NFL Defensive Player of the Year in 2010. [37] The following week, he made a season-high 11 combined tackles, as the Steelers lost 1330 to the Baltimore Ravens. As Patrick Mahomes inspects some supermarket sushi, Troy Polamalu comes up behind him and surprises Mahomes, who wasn't aware that Polamalu worked at the store. [78] He went on to start in Super Bowl XLIII and assisted in making two tackles in the Steelers' victory over the Arizona Cardinals, 2723. "I think maybe even to be recognized in the first place was a really humbling process," he says of his selection. [162], Polamalu is active in the Pittsburgh community, visiting sick kids at the Pittsburgh Children's Hospital, and is the most highly requested Steeler from the Make-A-Wish foundation. While the stylish duo is well-known for their talents on the field, their unique hairstyles have, too, become their trademarks. You don't have to know football to know of one player's hair. This time the duo isnt meeting head-to-head, arguing whether the shampoo provides great offense or defense. In the past 30 days, commercials featuring Troy Polamalu have had 13,376 airings. Polamalu also claimed that he shampooed and conditioned his hair every other day during the regular season, but tones it down to once a week during the offseason. He and former Indianapolis Colts receiver Reggie Wayne were the only two finalists for 2020 to be nominated in their first year of eligibility. After sitting out a game, he returned against #22 Washington and recorded five tackles and returned an interception 33 yards. It's really great just to know him really as a person, and I've been a little bit remote from the game, so I haven't really been really close in contact with who's been really great and who's successful," Polamalu tells PEOPLE. On November 9, 2010, while appearing on Mike and Mike in the Morning, Polamalu said he had his most recent haircut seven or eight years prior. Aside from his undeniable skill on the field, Troy Polamaluwill always be remembered for his incredibly long, curly hair. Troy Story: NFL Star About His Long Hair - and Frizz! [165], Polamalu is featured on the cover of the Scholastic children's book National Football League Megastars which profiles Polamalu and 14 other NFL stars. "Troy is an awesome guy. The two both sport iconic hairstyles and also iconic play on the football field, which makes them the perfect ambassadors for the Head & Shoulders brand. Head & Shoulders TV Spot, '100%' Featuring Patrick Mahomes, Troy Polamalu An eight-time Pro Bowl and six-time All-Pro selection, he was inducted into the Pro Football Hall Of Fame in 2020, his first year of eligibility. Head & Shoulders Super Bowl 2022 TV Spot, 'Never Not Working: Royal KANSAS CITY, Mo. Take it up to 100 with Patrick Mahomes & Troy Polamalu | Head - YouTube Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes appeared in a Head & Shoulders commercial with former Pittsburgh Steelers player Troy Polamalu. Here is Troy Polamalu's first career pick-6 from 2004. #HereWeGo #Steelers pic.twitter.com/p73Mh2JFWY, YinzerCrazy.com ??? He opened his season starting against Penn State, and recorded only two tackles but made an interception for a 43-yard touchdown. [23] On March 12, 2003, Polamalu participated at USC's pro day, along with Carson Palmer, Justin Fargas, Kareem Kelly, Sultan McCullough, Malaefou MacKenzie, and others. Troy Polamalu stars in Head & Shoulders commercial with Patrick Mahomes Nobody has hair as strong as this Samoan. At the conclusion of the commercial, together they debut a new slogan, Offense for great hair, defense against flakes.. Troy Polamalu Hair Insured For $1 Million | HuffPost Sports The 5-foot-10 safety spent his first season coming off the bench, before taking over a starting . [171], "Polamalu" redirects here. The football player's main endorsement during his NFL career was Head & Shoulders shampoo, who utilized his long hair in order to market their product. The real celebrity! Polamalu is renowned for his luscious locks that flowed from underneath his helmet on the field. If you haven't seen it, go to YouTube and type in "Troy Polamalu head and shoulders commercial." I don't know," he adds. Head & Shoulders is Never Not Working featuring Troy Polamalu and Patrick Mahomes Head & Shoulders 78K subscribers Subscribe 1.3K 142K views 1 year ago #NeverNotWorking Just like Pat and. He would routinely line up everywhere on the field, and had the ability to. The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reported today that Steelers star safety Troy Polamalus flowing black mane has been insured by Lloyds of London for $1 million. ADVERTISEMENT [106], On September 10, 2011, the Steelers signed Polamalu to a four-year, $36.4 million contract extension that included $10.55 million guaranteed. Troy Polamalu of the NFL's Pittsburgh Steelers endorses Head and Shoulders shampoo. [24], The Pittsburgh Steelers initially had a verbal agreement with Dexter Jackson, who was the reigning Super Bowl MVP with the 2003 Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Patrick Mahomes picks up his Head & Shoulders form his locker and hears Troy Polamalu congratulate him on his good choices. Ladies love him. [164], In 2005, Pittsburgh-area band Mr. Devious wrote and recorded the novelty song "Puhlahmahlu", a parody of the song "Mah N Mah N". Troy Polamalu: Lifetime Achievements and Awards. It was all a really surprising journey for me. As for Troy Polamalu, he had 1.0 sack, one forced fumble, five interceptions, and one defensive touchdown in his second pro season. Hair Care Essential Oils Fragrances . I personally love the part when Mahomes has to get a little handheld fan to make his hair wiggle. "[84] Polamalu finished the season with 20 combined tackles (18 solo), seven pass deflections, and three interceptions in only five games and five starts. USC went on to the Las Vegas Bowl against Utah and Polamalu made a career-high 20 tackles, and three tackles for a loss. Polamalu spent his early years in Santa Ana, California. [35][46], He returned as the starting strong safety in 2005 and started the Steelers' season-opener against the Tennessee Titans. Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes shared a clip of his new Head & Shoulders commercial that also stars former Steelers star Troy Polamalu. July 21, 2021 12:15 pm. On Tuesday, the shampoo brand revealed a new commercial which announced Mahomes as their newest spokesperson. Instead, theyre highlighting the new scalp and shield technology boasted by the brand, which protects 100% against dandruff. [60] The contract made him the highest paid safety in the league, but was surpassed by Bob Sanders on December 28, 2007, when he was signed to a five-year, $37.5 million contract with $20 million in guarantees. He is nine years old and his number is yours turned around 34. His streak ended against California, when he had four tackles, but made a game-deciding play with an interception that he returned for a 58-yard touchdown. Pittsburgh Steelers safety Troy Polamalu sits in a studio dressing room after receiving the honor of having the most 'Highly Insured Hair' in the world by the Guinness Book of World Records in . Official Page of Troy Polamalu. [74] This marked his fourth consecutive game with an interception. "I would, 100 percent," he says. [87] He was named to the Second Team Pro Football Hall of Fame All-Decade Team for the 2000s. "[149] Teammate Ben Roethlisberger followed in Polamalu's footsteps the following off-season and finished his degree as well. ", Adds Polamalu: "I'm much different than any other hair model or representative or whatever you want to call it because I just let it go naturally and I did use the product. As Mahomes says, he'll take the crown over any of his teammates when it comes to who has the best hair. The Steelers selected Polamalu with the 16th pick of the 2003 NFL draft, after trading up from the 27th pick with the Kansas City Chiefs. Polamalu, 32, will get his long locks trimmed on Monday, Veterans Day, in front of a crowd at Pittsburgh's Heinz Field, although it's unclear how much he'll actually get cut. [94] He earned AFC Defensive Player of the Week for his game against the Bengals. However, upon insuring his hair, Polamalu was awarded the Guinness World Record for the "highest insured hair.". Well, Polamalu is back doing a Head and Shoulders commercial with a familiar face; 2018 MVP Patrick Mahomes of the Chiefs. He's the humble man, the quiet man, the scary man who will wreck your offensive game plan. The Steelers quickly made a move to bring Polamalu to their team. In the CBS Playoffs Pre-game Show, Polamalu said the last time he had gotten a haircut was in 2000 at USC[152] when a coach told him he needed one. On April 1, 2013, it was reported that he had decided not to sign a new contract to endorse Head & Shoulders and instead signed a five-year contract with Suave to endorse their "Action Series". All posts from me, with occasional updates from WildHairMedia (^WHM) Former Pittsburgh SteelerssafetyTroy Polamalu was one of the most feared defenders in football throughout his career, having manned the secondary at Heinz Field for 12 years. [90] During a Week 6 matchup against the Cleveland Browns, he recorded a season-high seven combined tackles, as the Steelers won 2810. Troy Polamalu Talks About His Million Dollar Hair | Allure [83] On November 15, 2009, he reinjured his left knee in the first quarter of a 18-12 loss to the Cincinnati Bengals. He started the season by being voted as the team captain, and in the season opener he recorded seven tackles and one tackle for a loss against San Jose State. Letting his hair grow as a tribute to his Samoan heritage, his main was famously targeted at the 2006 Super Bowl, when Kansas City Chiefs running back Larry Johnson tackled Polamalu and visibly pulled his hair during an interception, per ESPN. Mahomes, 24, has inspired thousands of fans to adopt his curly mohawk hairstyle, while Polamalu's long wavy locks are the envy of anyone just hoping to grow their hair past their shoulders. (The prospect of finding one of those long curly strands in my soup is enough to keep it all in the package.) In the next game against Washington he had a game-high 13 tackles, two tackles for a loss, an interception that he returned for a 22-yard touchdown. Polamalu sustained an ankle injury during the play, but stayed in the game, made another interception, and helped the Steelers defeat the Cincinnati Bengals 237. Please check your email for a confirmation. In the ad released Tuesday,. [148] On his personal website he explained, "I decided to finish what I started and walked that stage today not only because it was very important to me personally, but because I want to emphasize the importance of education, and that nothing should supersede it. Polamalu recorded three solo tackles, deflected a pass, and intercepted Steve McNair during the 347 victory. "I always tell people that it equates my hair with J.Lo's butt!" The Associated Press voted him second-team All-American. The insurance is being paid for by the shampoos parent company, Procter & Gamble. Pittsburgh Steelers' Troy Polamalu to cut hair for VFW Mane Event - CNN The company even took out a record-breaking insurance policy on his hair to protect their investment . While Polamalu laid down some brutal hits and came up with some huge interceptions as an NFL player, the most noticeable thing about the Samoan strong safety might just be his hair. [49] The Steelers received a playoff berth after finishing second in the AFC North with an 115 record. [168][169], Polamalu voiced Villager #1 in the 2016 film Moana. [81] He sustained a sprained MCL injury to his left knee and missed the next four games (Weeks 25). As we know by now, COVID-19 has delayed many major events, including the 2020 Hall of Fame Weekend, where former Pittsburgh Steelers safetyTroy Polamaluwas supposed to be inducted as a member of the new class. Everybody knows him. "In my rookie year, I used to wear it in a ponytail. His performance in the 403 blowout over Colorado won him Pac-10 Defensive Player of the Week. [14] Following his junior season, Polamalu was named to the All-State first team and was the All-Far West League Offensive Most Valuable Player for Douglas High, which achieved a 91 record. [57] He missed Weeks 1315 with a shoulder injury. Patrick Mahomes and Troy Polamalu are not just the envy of the NFL world for the Super Bowl rings they've won but also because of their incredible hair. Chiefs' Patrick Mahomes stars in Head and Shoulders commercial with That's not all. [11], Polamalu graduated from Douglas High School in Winston, Oregon. [102], On January 31, 2011, Polamalu was named the AP Defensive Player of the Year after receiving 17 votes, beating out for the award fellow USC Trojan and Packers' linebacker Clay Matthews, who received 15 votes. [35] The Steelers received a playoff berth after finishing second in their division with a 124 record. Troy Polamalu lends his trademark hair to a teammate changing his life forever. Sign up for daily stories delivered to your inbox. [88], In a Sports Illustrated survey held in 2010 of 296 active NFL players, Polamalu was ranked the 9th "dirtiest player" in the NFL. On April 10, 2015, Polamalu announced his retirement from professional football citing his family as the main reason. [1], Polamalu's favorite pastimes include surfing, growing flowers, making furniture, and playing the piano. He had already been using Polamalu for the previous 15 years. Troy Polamalu and Patrick Mahomes are a match made in heaven Troy Polamalu is a two-time Super Bowl winner and a first-ballot Hall of Famer. Steelers safety Troy Polamalu retires | Honolulu Star-Advertiser [17], In 2001, he had the best year of his college career. WATCH: Patrick Mahomes, Troy Polamalu new Head & Shoulders commercial Teams AFC East Bills Dolphins Jets Patriots AFC North Bengals Browns Ravens Steelers AFC South Colts Jaguars Texans Titans. Take a look: The two argue about whether Head & Shoulders is a great offense of great defense and it spirals out of control. Off the field, however, he's the quietest guy in the room. 'Never not working' Polamalu in new Head & Shoulders ad - Audacy [22] 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. A two-time All-American out of the University of Southern California, Polamalu was drafted in the first round, 16th player overall, of the 2003 National Football League Draft. [82] Polamalu returned in Week 6 and recorded four combined tackles, defended a pass, and made an interception during a 2714 victory over the Cleveland Browns. The injury sidelined him for four games. The Kansas City Chiefs went on to draft Larry Johnson, Julian Battle, and Brooks Bollinger (the Bollinger pick was subsequently traded to the Jets in the same draft) with the picks acquired from the trade. He previously worked for Complex Magazine in New York City. [130][131] In Week 14, Polamalu made one tackle and returned an interception off of Ryan Tannehill for a 19-yard touchdown during the Steelers' 34-28 loss. Along with all of his uncountable achievements, Polamalu was famous for his hair. [156], 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. [27] The Steelers traded away the 92nd and 200th overall picks for the rights to switch first-round picks. [11] Polamalu described his uncle, Salu Polamalu, as a disciplinarian who kept him straight. A fumble he returned for a touchdown at the end of the game was taken off the board as the officials ruled that San Diego had made an illegal forward pass, although head referee Scott Green admitted after the game that the touchdown should have been counted. . He made the Sign of the Cross after every play. A hamstring injury sidelined him for the majority of the game. Bleacher Report . Troy Polamalu. Troy Polamalu is much more than the savvy shampoo pitchman whose lustrous head of hair is insured by Lloyd's of London for $1 million. He was the Jacksonville Jaguars running backs coach for five years, and also served as offensive coordinator for UCLA. On November 16, 2008, he collected three solo tackles, defended a pass, and intercepted a pass by San Diego Chargers' quarterback Philip Rivers, in an 1110 victory. [43], The Steelers finished first atop the AFC North with a 15-1 record. Patrick Mahomes Celebrates Super Bowl 2023 Win with Vince Lombardi Trophy and a WWE Belt! [30], On July 29, 2003, Polamalu arrived at training camp after missing the start of it due to a hamstring injury and competed with veteran Mike Logan in training camp for the vacant starting strong safety job left by Lee Flowers.[31]. The interviewer asks Polamalu about his on-field play, but Polamalu only wants to talk about all the great things Head & Shoulders does for his hair. In April 2018, Polamalu was named the Head of Player Relations of the Alliance of American Football. [62] He was unable to play in a Week 5 contest against the Seattle Seahawks with an abdominal injury. For Troy Polamalu, hair is important. Let's hope there's no hair pulling at the Super Bowl in 2021! ", "It's been really a very humbling thing for me to experience given the fact that there are amazing patriarchs of our game, like Jim Brown," Polamalu continues. [122] The following week, he recorded three combined tackles, deflected two passes, and made the only interception of the season in a 2410 win against the Cleveland Browns. Despite the praise his locks have garnered, Polamalu was nervous to let his hair flow at the start of his career. Apparently it was part of an earlier Head & Shoulders promotion. In addition, his eyes are brown and his hair is black. [109] He was named AFC Defensive Player of the Week for his performance in Week 17 against the Cleveland Browns. [95] He was sidelined the next two games by the ankle injury. Troy Polamalu's Hair - Facebook [66], Polamalu suffered a hamstring injury during his off-season workout and missed the entire 2008 training camp. Watch as these veterans take turns cutting Troy Polamalu's hair. [21] The next week, the Trojans played their rival, UCLA. Head & Shoulders CommercialTroy PolamaluNot for You [107], On October 2, 2011, Polamalu recorded a season-high nine combined tackles during a 1017 loss to the Houston Texans. Troy Polamalu's hair was one of the most marketable aspects of the Pro Bowl safety's game, so it only makes sense that he would strike endorsement deals with some hair product and shampoo companies. Procter & Gamble has a(n) _____ objective when it uses Troy to demonstrate that Head and Shoulders shampoo is superior to competing products and thus should be purchased. [40] In Week 10, against the Cleveland Browns, he earned AFC Defensive Player of the Week. Troy flips his arguably more luxurious hair away from his face, and the challenge is accepted by Mahomes. According to a press release, the shampoo company took out a $1 million insurance policy with the massive British reinsurer Lloyd's of London. Troy Polamalu Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement Speech "A lot of great people in our game that have such impact, not only on the game of football but really on our culture in times like today.". Although tackling a player by his hair is legal and does not alone constitute unnecessary roughness,[158] Johnson was penalized for rising to his feet while retaining grasp of Polamalu's hair (pulling him up in the process). [39] In Week 4, he made six combined tackles, two pass deflections, and intercepted a pass attempt by Carson Palmer and returned it for a 26-yard touchdown during the Steelers' 2817 victory over the Cincinnati Bengals. [119] He limped off the field in the second quarter and was unable to return. Web Pittsburgh Steelers safety Troy Polamalu cut his hair for the first time in 12 years to benefit the Veterans of Foreign Wars. [41][42] In his first season under new defensive coordinator Dick LeBeau, Polamalu finished with a career-high 96 combined tackles (67 solo), ten pass deflections, five interceptions, and one touchdown in 16 games and 16 starts. This is a major honor for Polamalu, who played in three Super Bowls himself. Former Steelers S Troy Polamalu Stars In Latest Head & Shoulders

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