Full Name: Franco Harris
Birthdate: March 7, 1950
Birthplace: Fort Dix, New Jersey
High School: Rancocas Valley Regional (Mount Holly, NJ)
Drafted: 1972, 1st Round, 13th overall
College: Penn State
Height: 6'2"
Weight: 225 lbs.
NFL Experience: 13 years (12 with Steelers)
Retired: 1984 (Seattle Seahawks)
Hall of Fame Induction: 1990
The 30 Greatest Steelers of All Time
Click here to find out where Franco ranks on this list, as well as the answers to burning questions such as: Who was better... Swann or Stallworth? Who has been the greatest player during the '90s? Who was the most important player on Steel Curtain defense of the '70s?
You Want Stats? We've Got STATS!
Rushing statistics from each and every individual regular and post-season game of Franco's career, plus season & career totals for both rushing and receiving.
Coming Soon! Franco definitely won his fair share of awards! Click here for a listing of Franco's MVP Awards, All-Pro & All-Conference Honors, and other honorable-type stuff.
Fan Memoirs: Send Us YOUR Tribute to Swann
Respect. He's earned it. He deserves it. And Franco fans from all over are showing it by posting their memoirs & personal tributes to the greatest RB to ever wear the Black & Gold. Click here to view an archive of fan comments we've received about Franco, then send us your thoughts & memories.
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Ah, Yes... the Super Bowls
Extensive commentary, stats, analysis, and facts about Franco's exploits in "the Big One!"
Super Bowl IX Steelers 16, Vikings 6 Super Bowl X Steelers 21, Dallas 17 Super Bowl XIII Steelers 35, Dallas 31 Super Bowl XIV Steelers 31, Rams 19
Greatest Performances
Extensive game recaps of Franco's finest moments featuring TONS of stats, articles, & other detailed info! To view a recap, simply select a game from the choices below & click "Go."