The Pittsburgh Steelers released a statement aimed at fans and season ticket holders who were upset at the attendance of current and former players at a local Presidential steelworkers rally.

Current quarterback Mason Rudolph, along with safety Miles Killebrew and Steelers legend Rocky Bleier were all in attendance over the weekend as President Donald J. Trump held an event for steelworkers in Pittsburgh.

Bleier even wore a Steelers No. 47 jersey in honor of the President, which was worn by his former teammate, Mel Blount.

Some fans must’ve complained, because per Pittsburgh Post-Gazette writer Gerry Dulac, the team sent out an email to season ticket holders reminding them that players make their own decisions and do not always reflect the views of the team.

“We appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts with us,” the email read. “As valued fans, your voice is an essential part of what makes our Steelers community and fan base so strong. We understand that a recent rally in Pittsburgh has generated a range of reactions from our fan base. Our alumni and current players make their own individual decisions that reflect their views, and they do not necessarily represent the view of the entire Pittsburgh Steelers organization.

“Thank you again for sharing your thoughts. We appreciate your passion and your continued support of the team.”

Killebrew will enter his 10th season in the league in 2025 and his fifth with the Steelers. Rudolph is in his second stint in Pittsburgh and is the expected starting quarterback next season unless the team finds a better option.

Bleier played for the Steelers in 1968 but skipped 1969 for military service. He rejoined the team for the 1970 season but was injured before playing from 1971-80. He was inducted into the Steelers Hall of Honor in 2018 and is a four-time Super Bowl champion. He was the 417th overall pick in the 16th round of the 1968 NFL Draft.