Steelers LT Alejandro Villanueva has the name Alwyn Cashe on the back of his helmet

Cashe was posthumousky awarded the Silver Star for heroism after his death at 35 while on duty in Iraq

http://Steelers.com  had said ALL players' helmets would have Antwon Rose Jr's name
Per @MilitaryTimes, Alwyn Cashe died 10/17/05, when an improvised explosive devise detonated near his vehicle in Samarra, Iraq.
He suffered 2nd/3rd-degree burns 70%+ of his body when he ran back into the vehicle in attempt to rescue soldiers trapped inside
https://thefallen.militarytimes.com/army-sgt-1st-class-alwyn-c-cashe/1302913
http://Steelers.com  write-up of Steelers' Antwon Rose Jr. helmet decal ("**" emphasis mine):
"Steelers players and coaches united as one to wear **a single name** on the back of their helmets and hats for the entire 2020 season – Antwon Rose Jr."
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