Steelers and NFL Legend Franco Harris has died at 72

the staff of the Ridgewood blog

Mount Holly  NJ, New Jersey native ,Steelers and NFL legend Franco Harris has died at 72, Harris, who played fullback for Pittsburgh for over a decade in the 1970s and early ’80s, was a four-time Super Bowl champion and a Pro Football Hall of Famer. He made the Pro Bowl nine times and was the NFL’s rushing touchdown leader in 1976.

Harris was perhaps most famous for being the recipient of the “Immaculate Reception” in 1972, one of the most famous plays in NFL history, catching a ball thrown by Terry Bradshaw that appeared to bounce off a Raiders defender and running it for a game-winning touchdown. His death comes just two days before the 50th anniversary of the play, which will be commemorated on Saturday as the Steelers and Raiders play each other.

The Burlington County Commissioners released the following statement on the passing of Burlington County football legend Franco Harris:

“All of Burlington County mourns the passing of the legendary Franco Harris, whose exploits with the Pittsburgh Steelers, Penn State Nittany Lions and Rancocas Valley Regional Red Devils thrilled and inspired generations of football fans. Franco made Mount Holly and Burlington County known across the nation, and the four-time Super Bowl winner and Hall of Fame inductee frequently credited his hometown and home county with laying the foundation for his many accomplishments. A humanitarian off the field, he never failed to give back to the community he called home. He was a giant of a man in both deeds and character, and our collective thoughts and condolences go out to his family, friends and loved ones.”

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