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

Pittsburgh Steelers Hall of Fame running back Franco Harris twirls a Terrible Towel during a ceremony on Dec. 23, 2012, commemorating the 40th anniversary of his "Immaculate Reception" catch in the 1972 playoff game against the Oakland Raiders, in Pittsburgh. Harris died Wednesday. He was 72. (AP)
Pittsburgh Steelers Hall of Fame running back Franco Harris twirls a Terrible Towel during a ceremony on Dec. 23, 2012, commemorating the 40th anniversary of his "Immaculate Reception" catch in the 1972 playoff game against the Oakland Raiders, in Pittsburgh. Harris died Wednesday. He was 72. (AP)

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