James Harrison - NFL Career Overview

Date of Birth: May 4, 1978
College: Kent State University
Position: Linebacker (LB)

Career Timeline

• Pittsburgh Steelers: 2002 - 2012, 2014
• Cincinnati Bengals: 2013
• New England Patriots: 2017

Career Highlights and Accomplishments

• Super Bowl Champion: Two-time champion (Super Bowl XL, XLIII)
• Super Bowl MVP: Super Bowl XLIII (notable for his 100-yard interception return for a touchdown)
• Pro Bowl Selections: Five-time Pro Bowl selection (2007, 2008, 2010, 2011, 2012)
• First-Team All-Pro: Two-time First-Team All-Pro (2008, 2010)
• Second-Team All-Pro: One-time Second-Team All-Pro (2007)
• NFL Defensive Player of the Year: 2008
• Steelers All-Time Leader: All-time leader in sacks for the Pittsburgh Steelers
• Career Sacks: Accumulated over 80 career sacks in the NFL

Notable Facts

• James Harrison went undrafted in 2002 and signed with the Pittsburgh Steelers as a rookie.
• Known for his intense playing style and relentless work ethic, Harrison became a key defensive player for the Steelers.
• After a brief stint with the Cincinnati Bengals, he returned to the Steelers and continued to make significant contributions.
• He played his final NFL season with the New England Patriots, demonstrating his longevity in the league.
• Harrison is also known for his philanthropic efforts and workouts, often sharing his training routines on social media.