The family of Franco Harris have released a statement following Harris’ death Wednesday morning. Announced via the Steelers’ organization, it reads in full as follows:
“We are truly heartbroken. The reality of losing such a magnificent individual has not yet settled in. We have shared Franco with so many people throughout our lives and in so many ways. Beyond his incredible career with the NFL Franco represents what is best in humanity: kindness, charity, decency, and humility. He led by example on and off the field with the goal of making this a better world for us all.