PHOTOS: Abigail's top pics of 2023 - Top 10
Steelers Photography Intern Abigail Dean shares her 10 best photos from the 2023 season

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) runs the ball for a touchdown during a regular season game between the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Cincinnati Bengals, Saturday, Dec. 23, 2023 in Pittsburgh, PA. The Steelers defeated the Bengals 34-11. Sometimes you don't see every detail in a photo until you look at it later. My dad actually pointed this one out to me! Touchdown photos are always great and Jaylen Warren blocking for Calvin in the background really adds to the story this photo tells. (Abigail Dean / Pittsburgh Steelers)
ISO: 1600
Aperture: 2.8
Shutter: 1/1000

Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Joey Porter Jr. (24) during the National Anthem prior to a regular season game between the Pittsburgh Steelers and the San Francisco 49ers, Sunday, Sept. 10, 2023 in Pittsburgh, PA. The 49ers beat the Steelers 30-7. I'm always on the lookout for quieter moments on game day. This moment holds extra meaning as it was prior to Joey's first regular season NFL game. (Abigail Dean / Pittsburgh Steelers)
ISO: 160
Aperture: 1.4
Shutter: 1/2500

Pittsburgh Steelers defensive end DeMarvin Leal (98) walks through the tunnel prior to a regular season game between the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Cleveland Browns, Monday, Sept. 18, 2023, in Pittsburgh, PA. The Steelers defeated the Browns 26-22. The tunnel walk from the locker room to the field is the last secluded moment before the game begins. What always stands out to me is the stark contrast between the "quiet" in the tunnel and the volume of the crowd just seconds away on field. It's a moment that is important to the story of the game and one that is always pushing me creativity. (Abigail Dean / Pittsburgh Steelers)
ISO: 200
Aperture: 8
Shutter: 1/13

Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker T.J. Watt (90) leads 'Who Ride We Ride' prior to a regular season game between the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Indianapolis Colts, Saturday, Dec. 16, 2023 in Indianapolis, IN. The Colts beat the Steelers 30-13. This huddle happens before every game, but photographing it never gets old. There's something engaging about the composition that almost invites the viewer into the huddle themselves. (Abigail Dean / Pittsburgh Steelers)
ISO: 2000
Aperture: 2.8
Shutter: 1/1000

Steelers legends celebrate Alumni Weekend at half time during a regular season game between the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Green Bay Packers, Sunday, Nov. 12, 2023, in Pittsburgh, PA. The Steelers defeated the Packers 23-19. It's been a great experience working for a team with such rich and deep history. There's something unique about the way Steelers fans celebrate past players during Alumni Weekend. The crowd in the background, the smokey middle ground, and harsh midday light all came together to portray the energy and tell the story of this half time celebration. (Abigail Dean / Pittsburgh Steelers)
ISO: 250
Aperture: 2.8
Shutter: 1/8000

Pittsburgh Steelers defensive tackle Cameron Heyward (97) during introductions prior to a regular season game between the Pittsburgh Steelers and the San Francisco 49ers, Sunday, Sept. 10, 2023 in Pittsburgh, PA. The 49ers beat the Steelers 30-7. Nothing beats the emotion that comes with running out of the tunnel before the home opener! (Abigail Dean / Pittsburgh Steelers)
ISO: 400
Aperture: 2.8
Shutter: 1/1250

Steelers offensive lineman Mason Cole (61) blocks for running back Najee Harris (22) during a regular season game between the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Cincinnati Bengals, Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023, in Cincinnati, OH. The Steelers defeated the Bengals 16-10. Something I tried to focus on this season was highlighting all the moving parts of the offense and of course the offensive line plays a pivotal role in clearing the way to move the ball forward. (Abigail Dean / Pittsburgh Steelers)
ISO: 640
Aperture: 2.8
Shutter: 1/1250

Pittsburgh Steelers running back Najee Harris (22) hurdles Tennessee Titans safety Terrell Edmunds (38) during a regular season game between the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Tennessee Titans, Thursday, Nov. 2, 2023 in Pittsburgh, PA. The Steelers defeated the Titans 20-16. I've always felt like pictures are moments frozen in time, and I think that holds especially true for this photo. Najee hurdles opponents a few times during the season and I was able to catch him mid air on this one. (Abigail Dean / Pittsburgh Steelers)
ISO:2000
Aperture: 2.8
Shutter: 1/1250

Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker T.J. Watt (90) and linebacker Alex Highsmith (56) celebrate a record breaking sack during a regular season game between the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Cleveland Browns, Monday, Sept. 18, 2023 in Pittsburgh, PA. The Steelers defeated the Browns 26-22. It's important to stick with a play, even after it is over. Though T.J. made the record breaking sack facing away from me, he turned around for the celebration and I was able to capture this moment with Alex in the background. (Abigail Dean / Pittsburgh Steelers)
ISO: 2000
Aperture: 2.8
Shutter: 1/250

Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Alex Highsmith (56) strip sacks Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (8) during a regular season game between the Steelers and the Ravens, Sunday, Oct. 8, 2023, in Pittsburgh, PA. The Steelers defeated the Ravens 17-10. I wasn't sure if I had completely captured this moment when it happened, but I love the way the ball just barely sits on Lamar's fingertips. (Abigail Dean / Pittsburgh Steelers)
ISO: 400
Aperture: 2.8
Shutter: 1/1250