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While not in the same category of illustrious athletes who preceded him on this list, Kordell Stewart was the recipient of one of the most unique, appropriate, clever, and lasting nicknames in team history.

Remember—this isn't a listing of best athletes with a nickname; this is a ranking of the handles themselves.

As a rookie in 1995, Kordell became a hit in the Steel City as a jack of all trades.  On any given play, he was capable of showing new skills.

As a receiver, his touchdown bomb gave the Steelers the lead in Cincinnati, rallying from a 31-13 deficit to defeat the Bengals at Riverfront Stadium.

When lined up at quarterback, his scrambling act back and forth in the offensive backfield aggravated the Cleveland Browns, especially when his lob pass into the end zone gave Pittsburgh a crucial touchdown during a 20-3 win on Monday Night Football.

He was a runner, often taking end-around and direct snaps in hopes of making the big play.

In the playoffs, he even punted the football.

For all of his skills, he earned the nickname "slash," named after the slash marks (quarterback/running back/wide receiver) that one would see when listing his roles.

Even after his days as a diverse role player, an attribute that many fans wish Kordell had continued to utilize throughout his career, the steady quarterback version of Stewart was still often called "Slash." 

Maybe it had something to do with his penchant for knifing Steelers fans in the heart with key turnovers in the biggest games...you know, like a slasher!  How else could you explain some of the irresponsible throws Stewart made against the Broncos in '98?

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