Franco Harris

Franco Harris

Franco Harris is a former American football player. He played his NFL career with the Pittsburgh Steelers and Seattle Seahawks. In the 1972 NFL Draft he was chosen by the Pittsburgh Steelers in the first round, the 13th selection overall. His selection by the team was considered controversial at the time, as many thought the team would select his Penn State teammate, Lydell Mitchell. He played his first 12 years in the NFL with the Steelers; his 13th and final year was spent with the Seattle Seahawks. He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1990. He was inducted into the New...
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quick facts
Birthdate:March 7, 1950
Birthplace:Fort Dix, New Jersey
Age:62
Height:6' 2"
Weight:230 lbs.
Education:Pennsylvania State University

Honors and awards for Franco Harris

YearAward
1974 Super Bowl MVP
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Former football teams for Franco Harris

Pittsburgh Steelers
Pittsburgh Steelers
Tenure:1972 - 1983 (10 years)

Education

Pennsylvania State University
Pennsylvania State University
Founded:1855
Colors:Blue, White
Mascot:Nittany Lion

The Pennsylvania State University, commonly referred to as Penn State or PSU, is a public research university with campuses and facilities throughout the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, United States. Founded in 1855, the university has a threefold mission of teaching, research, and public service....
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NFL players from Pennsylvania State University
NamePositionMost recent team
Bryan Scott Outside Linebacker Buffalo Bills
Robbie Gould Placekicker Chicago Bears
Scott Paxson Defensive tackle Cleveland Browns
Tamba Hali Defensive end Kansas City Chiefs
Michael Robinson Running back Seattle Seahawks
Tim Shaw Linebacker Tennessee Titans
Levi Brown Tackle Arizona Cardinals
Dan Connor Linebacker Dallas Cowboys
Derrick Williams Wide receiver Pittsburgh Steelers
Sean Lee Linebacker Dallas Cowboys
Deon Butler Wide receiver Seattle Seahawks
A.Q. Shipley Center Indianapolis Colts
Andrew Quarless Tight end Green Bay Packers
Evan Royster Running back Washington Redskins
Mickey Shuler, Jr. Tight end Minnesota Vikings
Aaron Maybin Defensive end New York Jets
Jordan Norwood Wide receiver Cleveland Browns
Ollie Ogbu Defensive tackle Indianapolis Colts
Josh Hull Linebacker St. Louis Rams
Jared Odrick Defensive tackle Miami Dolphins
Navorro Bowman Linebacker San Francisco 49ers
Dennis Landolt Offensive tackle New York Jets
Brett Brackett Tight end Philadelphia Eagles
Cameron Wake Linebacker Miami Dolphins
Paul Posluszny Linebacker Jacksonville Jaguars
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Hometown of Franco Harris

Fort Dix
Fort Dix, New Jersey
Population:10,205

JB MDL Dix , better known as Fort Dix, is a United States Army base located approximately 16.1 miles south-southeast of Trenton, New Jersey. Dix is under the jurisdiction of the United States Army Reserve Command . It became part of Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst on 1 October 2009. The host...
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Q:
    Where was Franco Harris born?
  • A:
    Franco Harris was born in Fort Dix.
  • Q:
    Which educational institution did Franco Harris attend?
  • A:
    Franco Harris attended Pennsylvania State University.
  • Q:
    Which awards honored Franco Harris for his outstanding play on the football field?
  • A:
    Franco Harris won the Super Bowl MVP in the 1974 NFL season.

Awards & Accolades

  • NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year
    1972
  • Pro Football Hall of Fame
    1990

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