Marvin Harrison

Former professional American football wide receiver

American Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S. Virgo 6 ft 0 in

Quick Info

ProfessionFormer professional American football wide receiver
NationalityAmerican
Date of Birth25/08/1972
Age54 years
BirthplacePhiladelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.
Zodiac SignVirgo

Latest News about Marvin Harrison

14/01/2026

Marvin Harrison was selected for the 2026 National Football Foundation College Football Hall of Fame class, recognizing his career at Syracuse from 1992 to 1995. He was one of 18 members announced in the class, which also included NFL players such as Aaron Donald. The induction ceremony is scheduled for December 8, 2026, in Las Vegas.

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Bio/Wiki

Full NameMarvin Darnell Harrison Sr.
Known ForPlaying his entire 13-year NFL career with the Indianapolis Colts and being one of the greatest wide receivers in NFL history.
Major Achievements
  • Super Bowl XLI champion
  • Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee (2016)
  • College Football Hall of Fame inductee (2026)
  • 8-time Pro Bowl selection
  • 6-time All-Pro
  • Indianapolis Colts Ring of Honor

Physical Stats & More

Height6 ft 0 in
Weight185 lb
Jersey Number88
PositionWide receiver
CollegeSyracuse

Educational Qualification(s)

CollegeSyracuse University
College CareerPlayed college football for the Syracuse Orange (1992-1995) as a kick returner and wide receiver.

Personal Life

ResidencePhiladelphia area
Current WorkWorks in real estate development and youth/community initiatives.

Family

SonMarvin Harrison Jr. (NFL wide receiver, Houston Texans)
Former Partner (mother of his son)Dawne Harrison

Career

NFL TeamIndianapolis Colts
NFL Draft1996 NFL Draft, Round 1, Pick 19
Career Span1996-2008
Career Highlights
  • 1,102 career receptions
  • 14,580 career receiving yards
  • 128 career receiving touchdowns
  • NFL All-Decade Team of the 2000s
  • NFL 100th Anniversary All-Time Team
College Career Highlights
  • Played as a kick returner and wide receiver for Syracuse
  • Set multiple school records
  • Set the Big East record with a 94-yard punt return touchdown against Minnesota in 1995
  • Finished college career with 135 receptions, 2,728 receiving yards and 20 touchdowns

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. He spent his entire NFL career with one team, the Indianapolis Colts.
2. He won a Super Bowl ring in Super Bowl XLI.
3. He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2016.
4. He was the first player in Indianapolis Colts history to enter the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
5. He is the father of NFL wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr.

Also born on 25 August

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