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Beyond Immaculate: The 10 greatest catches in Steelers history

PITTSBURGH — To mark the 50th anniversary of the Immaculate Reception, let's look back and remember 10 of the greatest catches in Steelers history:

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Steelers retire Franco Harris' No. 32 in somber ceremony at Acrisure Stadium

PITTSBURGH — The Steelers and Raiders now have played more than 30 times, and they'll meet up again countless more. But there only will be one Immaculate Reception, only one jersey retirement for Steelers legend Franco Harris, albeit amid the dismal backdrop of a frigid night three days after his…

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Franco Harris Marveled at Immaculate Reception Hours Before Death

The Steelers legend and Pro Football Hall of Famer died just days before the 50th anniversary of his iconic play.

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Mike Tomlin on what Franco Harris and the Immaculate Reception mean to Pittsburgh Steelers

Mike Tomlin sings the praises of Franco Harris and the Immaculate Reception

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The death of Franco Harris only deepens nostalgia for 'The Immaculate Reception'

The 50th anniversary of the late Pittsburgh Steeler Franco Harris's "Immaculate Reception" catch is Friday and will be commemorated throughout the weekend by the team. Harris died Wednesday at 72.

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Franco Harris: Hall of Fame running back passes away at 72

Harris' final season in 1984 was spent as a member of the Seattle Seahawks.

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Franco Harris’ Immaculate Reception will always be one of the NFL’s greatest, most miraculous plays

Franco Harris died at age 72, but his greatest play will never be forgotten.

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Steelers Hall of Fame Running Back Franco Harris Dies at 72

Part of arguably the most iconic play in NFL history, the “Immaculate Reception,” Harris was the backbone of Pittsburgh’s dynasty of the 1970s.

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Steelers to wear throwback uniforms vs Raiders

The Steelers will wear patches on Sunday honoring the 50th anniversary of the Immaculate Reception.

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Steelers to retire Franco Harris' No. 32 jersey during Immaculate Reception anniversary

PITTSBURGH — The Steelers will celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Immaculate Reception at their Christmas Eve game against the Las Vegas Raiders by retiring the No. 32 jersey of the game’s hero — running back Franco Harris.

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