Viewers sounded off after the NFL Network cut away from the Steelers’ tribute to longtime player Franco Harris, who died at 72 this week.
running back for the Steelers, died at 72 years old last week. It was just a couple of days before his famed “Immaculate Reception” reached its 50th anniversary, which the Steelers were going to honor during this Christmas Eve matchup while retiring his No. 32.
Unfortunately, a tribute to the late Harris was made to honor his 12-year legacy in Pittsburgh instead. It was teased leading up to the game by multiple networks, including NFL Network, which broadcast the Steelers-Raiders matchup. However, viewers at home saw NFL Network cut to commercial when Harris’ tribute on the videoboard at Acrisure Stadium began. The Steelers honored Harris before the game as well, with veteran defensive tackle Cam Heyward running out with a black No. 32 flag. Players were also seen walking into Acrisure Stadium wearing Harris’ jersey before putting on their own in the locker room.
Viewers saw the Franco Harris jersey retirement ceremony. But when a video tribute was played at Acrisure Stadium, NFL Network went to commerical.
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