RIP Franco Harris

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6:12a, 12/21/22

Legendary Steelers RB Franco Harris, author of the “Immaculate Reception” - one of the greatest plays in NFL history - has passed away at the age of 72.

A 4-time Super Bowl champion, Hall of Fame player and revered individual by so many.

RIP.pic.twitter.com/hUERPwHVwo
— Field Yates (@FieldYates) December 21, 2022

2 days before the 50 year anniversary of the immaculate reception

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6:44a, 12/21/22

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Franco Harris passes away

RIP to a legend.

He was going to honored this Saturday.

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A member of the Steelers Hall of Honor, Harris was set to have his #32 jersey retired by the team on Saturday, joining Ernie Stautner and Joe Greene as the only two other players in franchise history to received that honor.

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7:28a, 12/21/22

AG

As a young Oiler fans in the late 70s, he was on my most despised list, alongside Bradshaw and Mean Joe Greene. Only later in life do you realize how incredible these guys were. Here's a highlight reel from the original NFL Films music.

And one of the best parts of the best commercials in human history.

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12:27p, 12/25/22

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Here's video of the making.