187. 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 was very good, but probably did not have enough high end seasons to be a serious candidate for the Football Hall of Fame, but stranger things have happened.

Should Rodney Harrison be in the Hall of Fame?

Definitely, put him in! - 0%

Maybe, but others deserve it first. - 66.7%

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

No opinion. - 0%

No way! - 33.3%

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 Selections (4) (1998, 2001, 2003 & 2004)
First Team All Pro Selection (2) (1998 & 2003)
Second Team All Pro Selection (2) (2001 & 2004)
Other Points of Note:
Top Ten Finishes: Interceptions (1) (2000)
Notable All Time Rankings: None