Marvin Harrison - 10 things to know with detail
- 1. Marvin Harrison was born on August 25, 1972 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
- 2. He attended Syracuse University where he played college football as a wide receiver.
- 3. Harrison was selected by the Indianapolis Colts in the first round of the 1996 NFL Draft, where he would go on to have a Hall of Fame career.
- 4. He played 13 seasons with the Colts from 1996 to 2008, becoming one of the most prolific wide receivers in NFL history.
- 5. Harrison was a key part of the Colts' offense during the Peyton Manning era, helping the team win Super Bowl XLI in 2007.
- 6. He was known for his precise route running, strong hands, and ability to make acrobatic catches.
- 7. Harrison set numerous records during his career, including the NFL record for receptions in a single season with 143 in 2002.
- 8. He was an 8-time Pro Bowl selection and a 3-time First Team All-Pro.
- 9. Harrison retired in 2009 with 1,102 receptions, 14,580 receiving yards, and 128 touchdown catches, ranking him among the all-time leaders in each category.
- 10. In 2016, Harrison was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in his first year of eligibility, cementing his legacy as one of the greatest wide receivers in NFL history.