The LaMarr Woodley Show ~ Episode 5

In Episode 5 of the LaMarr Woodley Show, LaMarr visits Pittsburgh firefighters at station No. 8 in East Liberty – one of the busiest stations in the city. He gets a tour, learns the ins and outs of the department and – with a little apprehension – climbs the ladder truck!

“A lot of people don’t understand the importance of a fireman,” LaMarr said. “Definitely the job they do each and every day fighting fires, the schedule – it’s hectic. I wanted to come here and show a little respect for them.”

The work of first responders is close to LaMarr’s heart.

“My dad was a police officer for 25 years and the firehouse used to be connected to the police station and I remember playing around on the fire truck, taking some pictures – if I could find them I’d definitely show everybody!”

The Steelers were definitely fired up last week, beating the Tennessee Titans 38-17. LaMarr had one and a half sacks, an interception and three tackles.

“I think it was a good win for everybody – not only individually, some of the things that I did, but to go out there and get a win,” he said. “You know, definitely coming off the loss against Houston, having the opportunity to come back here to Heinz Field.”

The Steelers have struggled a bit this season, but LaMarr says it’s all about timing.

“It’s too early in the season to be counting us out because it’s a long season,” he said. “You have 16 games, we lost two and won two – well we won three now.”

“A lot of teams show up early, but a lot of teams don’t show up late,” LaMarr added. “Now, we’re starting to play at the right time.”