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Remembering Franco Harris’ time at Penn State | Centre Daily Times
Penn State and Pittsburgh Steelers running back Franco Harris was remembered Wednesday across the NFL and Pennsylvania for his accomplishments on and off the field.
Harris starred for the Nittany Lions from 1969-71 and went on to a Hall of Fame career with the Steelers. His death at age 72 was announced days before the 50th anniversary of his unforgettable catch known as the “Immaculate Reception” and the retirement of his number with the Steelers.
Harris continued to maintain his ties with the Penn State community, such as his involvement in the Paterno Family Beaver Stadium Run to benefit Special Olympics Pennsylvania.
Here’s a look at some photos from the CDT archives of his time at Penn State on and off the field.
Harris runs for a short gain against Air Force in 1971. Centre Daily Times, file
Harris scores the go-ahead touchdown against West Virginia in 1971. Centre Daily Times, file
Harris scores the go-ahead touchdown against West Virginia in 1971. Centre Daily Times, file
Harris picks up yardage in the 1972 Cotton Bowl against Texas. Centre Daily Times, file
Harris greets the Nittany Lion mascot during a halftime ceremony in 1994 held to honor the 1968 and 1969 Penn Stae football teams. Centre Daily Times, file
Sue Paterno looks on as Harris, holding a box of Super Donuts announces the Super MVP program honoring Penn State coach Joe Paterno during a press conference at the Northland Center Giant in 2007. Centre Daily Times, file
Harris, front, and Anthony Lubrano, back, enter the Pasquerilla Spiritual Center for Joe Paterno’s funeral in 2012. Centre Daily Times, file
Harris addresses the crowd during the “March 4 Truth” protest outside of the Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center as the Penn State board of trustees meets inside in 2013. Abby Drey Centre Daily Times, file
Harris welcomes runners as they complete the Paterno Family Beaver Stadium Run to benefit the Special Olympics in 2015. Abby Drey Centre Daily Times, file
Harris high-fives fans as he arrives with the Penn State football team for the homecoming game against Michigan State in 2018. Abby Drey Centre Daily Times, file
