Franco Harris tribute: Penn State players don No. 34 jerseys for Rose Bowl arrival

Franco Harris will be honored by Penn State players and coaches during Monday’s Rose Bowl appearance.

Harris had a strong career during his time with the Nittany Lions before turning into a Hall of Fame player with the Pittsburgh Steelers. He still leads the Steelers in a number of all-time categories and recently passed away ahead of the Christmas holiday.

In their arrival for Monday’s game with Utah, James Franklin and the Nittany Lions donned No. 34 jerseys — Harris’ number — to honor his legacy. It’s a cool tribute to the man responsible for the “immaculate reception” while with the Steelers.

Nittany Lions have arrived at the Rose Bowl, all wearing No. 34 jerseys. That’s the number Franco Harris wore at PSU. pic.twitter.com/czAXuXj511

— Donnie Collins (@PennStateTT) January 2, 2023

Penn State has arrived at the Rose Bowl. James Franklin and players wearing Franco Harris jerseys. pic.twitter.com/sJzGtUdyJV

— Ben Jones (@Ben_Jones88) January 2, 2023

Penn State will also honor Harris’ legacy with a helmet decal for the Rose Bowl. A blue circle with the initials “FH” in white will be worn on the back of the helmets in Pasadena.

#FrancoForever 🤍 pic.twitter.com/VbxVNIGIUV

— Penn State Football🌹 (@PennStateFball) January 2, 2023

Paul Harvey

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