150. Rodney Harrison

Splitting his career between the San Diego Chargers and the New England Patriots, Rodney Harrison has a lot of labels attached to him. Statistically, Harrison is the first man ever to have 30 Sacks and 30 Interceptions, an impressive defensive feat that quantified his versatility on the gridiron. He has two Pro Bowls and two Super Bowl Rings for the Pats; where he was one of their defensive leaders. However, Harrison also has been bestowed as one of the dirtiest players ever to play the game, and he is also remembered for being the player who David Tyree made the spectacular catch for the Giants that propelled them to the Super Bowl win over New England (which New York fans will always point out). Harrison criminally only made two bowls, but the master of the safety blitz, was one of the best at stopping the run among all defensive backs, and his cover work improved over time. He is also gaining Hall of Fame momentum, having made it as a Finalist for the first time in 2024.

Should Rodney Harrison be in the Hall of Fame?

Definitely, put him in! - 25%

Maybe, but others deserve it first. - 50%

Probably not, but it wouldn't be the end of the world. - 0%

No opinion. - 0%

No way! - 25%

The Bullet Points

Country of Origin: Markham, Illinois, U.S.A.
Eligible Since: Monday, 01 January 2024
Position: Strong Safety
Games Played: 186
Notable Statistics: 34 Interceptions
361 Interception Return Yards
2 Interception Return Touchdowns
15 Forced Fumbles
9 Fumble Recoveries
20 Fumble Recovery Yards
30.5 Quarterback Sacks
1,206 Combined Tackles
920 Solo Tackles
286 Assisted Tackles
40 Tackles for Loss*
10 Quarterback Hits**
87 Approximate Value

7 Interceptions
118 Interception Return Yards
1 Interception Return Touchdown
2 Forced Fumbles
2.0 Quarterback Sacks
78 Combined Tackles
58 Solo Tackles
17 Assisted Tackles
3 Tackles for Loss*
2 Quarterback Hits**

*Tackles for Loss became a statistic in 1999
*Quarterback Hits became a statistic in 2006
Played For: New England Patriots, San Diego Chargers
College: Western Illinois
Drafted: 5th Round, 195th Overall in 1994
Major Accolades and Awards: Super Bowl Rings (2) (New England Patriots, Super Bowl XXXVIII & XXXIX)
Pro Bowl (4) (1998, 2001, 2003 & 2004)
First Team All-Pro (2) (1998 & 2003)
Second Team All-Pro (2) (2001 & 2004)
Other Points of Note:
Top Ten Defensive Player of the Year Finishes:
4th in 2003
Top Ten Finishes: Interceptions (1) (2000)
Notable All Time Rankings: None
Years Nominated for the Hall of Fame: 2024