James Harrison: Hero or Villain? | A Football Life

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  • @goldenbear8250
    @goldenbear8250 2 ปีที่แล้ว +494

    "I teach my kids, don't be a bully, but you have to stand up for yourself. You have to let a bully know, even if they run around thinking they're the baddest thing in the school, you give it your all, and try to whip that ass!" -Mildred Harrison
    Words to teach our kids today.

  • @realessayog6947
    @realessayog6947 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1408

    Mike Tomlin needs a documentary about how the hell he managed Ben, AB, Harrison, Polemalu on the same damn team

    • @IronMikeDyson1979
      @IronMikeDyson1979 2 ปีที่แล้ว +67

      Hey, just let them be 🤣🤣🤣

    • @charleshamilton1881
      @charleshamilton1881 2 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      That's a good idea 💡 really from a sensible being

    • @alextrap1993
      @alextrap1993 2 ปีที่แล้ว +37

      he let them run wild. what else does he ever do

    • @reallyfe1984
      @reallyfe1984 2 ปีที่แล้ว +30

      and Le'Veon

    • @RayRayJr.
      @RayRayJr. 2 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      He'd probably have a Nervous Breakdown talking about it.

  • @Sn1p3rSn4k3
    @Sn1p3rSn4k3 2 ปีที่แล้ว +891

    "There's an excuse for me to exercise violence, let me go do it" - Troy, perfectly describes 92.

    • @paleolitho1744
      @paleolitho1744 2 ปีที่แล้ว +39

      It was sooo funny how Troy sounded so gentle this whole interview lol expecally with the Hawaiian shirt 😂

    • @sha9infinite450
      @sha9infinite450 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      🤣

    • @brockmartin2258
      @brockmartin2258 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      I love that nobody disliked this comment😂 its a fact though. I love how james put it. "I wanted to hurt you on every play. Not injure you but hurt you enough to keep you otta this game" 😂😂😂

    • @HockeyNationHD
      @HockeyNationHD 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Perfectly describes his entire demographic.

    • @michael2305
      @michael2305 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      That was brilliant. Especially with that smile.

  • @antwanj3
    @antwanj3 2 ปีที่แล้ว +180

    James was a complete monster. The way he played is the reason why I loved to watch him.

    • @GarrettKjellberg
      @GarrettKjellberg 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Reminds me of MN vikings Johny Randle. Similar stories too.

  • @CasusCantare
    @CasusCantare 2 ปีที่แล้ว +502

    This dude has the best one liners on NFL HISTORY. “I’m tired boss” I’m dying

    • @KillaMProdz
      @KillaMProdz 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      I’m tired grandpa

    • @boydmeetsworld1565
      @boydmeetsworld1565 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      @@KillaMProdz WELL THATS TOO DAMN BAD

    • @boydmeetsworld1565
      @boydmeetsworld1565 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@KillaMProdz KEEP DIGGIN

    • @KillaMProdz
      @KillaMProdz 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@boydmeetsworld1565 🤣🤣

    • @KillaMProdz
      @KillaMProdz 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@boydmeetsworld1565 I just wanna say thank you for replying, I was hoping someone would get it.

  • @kyaramonique420
    @kyaramonique420 ปีที่แล้ว +89

    Lmaooo “some bum named Berger” killed me then Ben popped up 😂😂😂

    • @timsmith8886
      @timsmith8886 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Swear I had like 5 or 6 sacks on ‘‘em easy money lol.

  • @spjr99
    @spjr99 2 ปีที่แล้ว +208

    It's so crazy seeing a guy this fit, strong, and dominant, and still being a complete mama's boy who slept with his parents for years. crazy! Much respect. he's on my HOF ballot if I had one

  • @kerriwashington9896
    @kerriwashington9896 2 ปีที่แล้ว +500

    The greatest - and most intimidating- first 45 seconds in the history of A Football Life. Hands down.😳😳😳

    • @mrvincentjackson
      @mrvincentjackson 2 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      I saw that and just said to myself, "I'm not gonna run in his direction."

    • @shawnq9658
      @shawnq9658 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Best comment Ive seen all year👏👏😂😂

    • @BeatdahnClahn
      @BeatdahnClahn 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      For real can you imagine him staring you down like that. I’ll give him my wallet for sure

    • @pettybetty2699
      @pettybetty2699 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      @@BeatdahnClahn he doesn’t want your wallet he wants your soul 😂😂😂😂

    • @pettybetty2699
      @pettybetty2699 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I tried to stare him down back didn’t work he scared me thru the damn screen 😂😂😂

  • @sonictech56
    @sonictech56 2 ปีที่แล้ว +50

    “Other people brought their kids over to get whooped by her” Mama Harrison wasn’t playing😂😂

  • @UhOhSpeghettio
    @UhOhSpeghettio 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1084

    We need James and his mom on MNF with Eli and Peyton

    • @samholder196
      @samholder196 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      YES

    • @techgd3158
      @techgd3158 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Yes

    • @spjr99
      @spjr99 2 ปีที่แล้ว +51

      "other people brought their kids here to get whooped by her" lmao nnuff said

    • @siyonqoba4810
      @siyonqoba4810 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes!!!

    • @jazzman688
      @jazzman688 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      He was kept in the Attic and let out on Sundays go play.

  • @potbmedia6732
    @potbmedia6732 2 ปีที่แล้ว +60

    Everyone mentioning how dominant he was on the field but off the field his workout routine was insane 😳

    • @spence_903
      @spence_903 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      92 coming for you

  • @Datboibpoppin
    @Datboibpoppin 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1043

    I'll admit it, as a Ravens fan I have a deep respect for Troy Polamalu and James Harrison. Those guys were true ballers, and they really kept that defense as dominant as it was

    • @WhoTFareyou2
      @WhoTFareyou2 2 ปีที่แล้ว +127

      As a steelers fan I think I can say we all fell the same about Ed Reed, and Ray Lewis

    • @r.williamcomm7693
      @r.williamcomm7693 2 ปีที่แล้ว +50

      Yes as a Steelers fan I’ve always liked & respected Ray Lewis, Ed Reed & T Sizzle. Hard charging men who would’ve been great Steelers if we had been able to draft them. I still cheered for Harrison when he became a Patriot.

    • @Datboibpoppin
      @Datboibpoppin 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@WhoTFareyou2 Much respect to u

    • @Datboibpoppin
      @Datboibpoppin 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      @@r.williamcomm7693 Man I wish James came to the Ravens. Imagine James Harrison and Terell Suggs on the same D-line

    • @r.williamcomm7693
      @r.williamcomm7693 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@Datboibpoppin OMG. We never would’ve got past the Ravens. Joe Flacco would’ve been the first rookie QB to got to a Super Bowl

  • @leemoses2342
    @leemoses2342 ปีที่แล้ว +79

    We need more Linebackers like James Harrison. I loved watching him play.

    • @grassman8684
      @grassman8684 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I believe he can still play

  • @firingallcylinders2949
    @firingallcylinders2949 2 ปีที่แล้ว +368

    I miss the early and mid 00s NFL where you had John Lynch, Polamalu, Harrison, Dawkins, Ray Lewis, Urlacher and the like. Today defenders are all about speed and agility, those guys would make you think twice before coming across the middle.

    • @Terror832
      @Terror832 2 ปีที่แล้ว +31

      Early to mid 00s had some crazy good almost forgotten runningbacks.
      Like 2003 was insane
      *Leading rushers*
      2,066 Jamal Lewis
      1,883 Ahman Green
      1,645 LaDianian Tomlinson
      1,641 Deuce McAllister
      1,591 Clinton Portis
      1,572 Fred Taylor
      1,444 Stephen Davis
      1,435 Shaun Alexander
      1,420 Priest Holmes
      1,372 Ricky Williams
      1,356 Travis Henry
      1,308 Curtis Martin
      1,259 Edgerrin James
      1,216 Tiki Barber

    • @AirEmOut
      @AirEmOut 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Absolutely agree there is not one player in the NFL today that I can think of that is a feared hitter. Too much finesse and not enough big hits

    • @firingallcylinders2949
      @firingallcylinders2949 2 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      @@Terror832 The run game is no longer a staple it's an accessory. Most NFL teams are pass first now. The Fullback doesn't even exist anymore. Even O linemen are expected to be running down the field on screens and draws.

    • @WhoopityDoo
      @WhoopityDoo 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@AirEmOut Nobody is a "feared hitter" any longer because most of those hits draw penalties. The NFL is scared to death of the ramifications of CTE (future lawsuits that would probably bankrupt them, considering what they knew about it even 15 years ago) and has changed the rulebook over the years to reflect that.
      On top of that, most of these so called "feared hitters" you're referring to were usually just pieces of shat that constantly took cheap shots to the head, including the subject of this video.

    • @AirEmOut
      @AirEmOut 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      @@WhoopityDoo I understand the first paragraph and totally disagree with the second paragraph. Ed Reed, Troy Polamalu, Ray Lewis even James Harrison weren't pieces of crap they just played the game violent as it was probably coached to them. They played the game how it was played back then.

  • @JAHblessedness
    @JAHblessedness ปีที่แล้ว +15

    This is a man that always stayed unapologetically true to himself and never wavered from that vision. He knew he was still able to produce at that high level even when the Steelers gave up on him yet again, and they were the ones that had asked him to come out of his happy retirement. He goes to the Patriots and almost wins a third super bowl ring with them. His balance, functional core strength, leverage and tactical hand warfare were unmatched. The way he walks his life makes him a giant among men.

  • @Supersmashmike101
    @Supersmashmike101 2 ปีที่แล้ว +126

    James was definitely my favorite player growing up

  • @Drone102
    @Drone102 2 ปีที่แล้ว +61

    He was an underdog. There are a lot of things one can learn from his career don't matter how difficult it gets never give up.

    • @chillbro2275
      @chillbro2275 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That was crazy to find out that he got cut and wasn't drafted, because I only remember him as a premiere player.

  • @limericklad2000
    @limericklad2000 2 ปีที่แล้ว +578

    It's going to be an absolute travesty of justice if this guy doesn't end up in the HOF.

    • @rodriga1985
      @rodriga1985 2 ปีที่แล้ว +97

      Dude has two superbowls and is one of the best linebackers to ever play the game.....ever. Of course he's going into Canton.

    • @JacaboBlanco
      @JacaboBlanco 2 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      He will. Him and Suggs both deserve it.

    • @deadarmd
      @deadarmd 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      He will

    • @AdonisTurner1992
      @AdonisTurner1992 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Gosh, I didn’t consider him not getting in magically somehow

    • @timchavis9420
      @timchavis9420 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      For real tho

  • @jjsteel43
    @jjsteel43 2 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    Listening to Troy talk about James at 41:30 in the video and seeing them walking side by side makes me emotional. I loved watching those 2 guys play together

  • @timothykowal7349
    @timothykowal7349 2 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    Awesome show. As a lifetime Steelers fan, James Harrison is one of my all time favorites. His tenacity and intensity was extreme. James inspired me in my own life and helped me overcome my own trials and tribulations. Thank you James for all you did on and off the field. You are legendary.

    • @markosmond6430
      @markosmond6430 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I've been a Steelers fan since 1974. I think the main reason is so many Pittsburgh player's played the game like James.

  • @shucklys
    @shucklys 2 ปีที่แล้ว +40

    I remember seeing James Harrison in a Best Buy looking at a 80+ inch TV (idk how big it was for sure), years ago, and this dude covered up the entirety of the TV with his width.

    • @_gamepoint_
      @_gamepoint_ 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Sitting there thinking, damn they said it was big. It's smaller than me.

  • @daedalus1
    @daedalus1 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Pure legend. Sadly, the like to never be seen again in the modern NFL.

  • @mattfubar4268
    @mattfubar4268 2 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    Two defensive duo's that stand out above anyone else... Troy and James, Ed Reed and Ray Lewis

    • @elbob17
      @elbob17 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ed Reed was great. Ray Lewis killed someone and got away with it.

    • @RiccyTBeatz
      @RiccyTBeatz 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Suggs too man gotta give him respect

    • @dumisatonyjohnson8145
      @dumisatonyjohnson8145 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@RiccyTBeatz
      Those ravens teams had such a terrific trio on defense
      With Suggs at OLB Lewis at ILB and Reed at free safety
      Str8 Up Killaz (no pun intended 😅)

  • @jayman4452
    @jayman4452 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    James Harrison arguing with his mom on camera 😂 that’s how you know he don’t care who you are lol

  • @johnspisak9729
    @johnspisak9729 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    James Harrison, not only a great football player. He's a great example to all others too. Without question, a great man as well. A hero to his family and to Steeler fans.

  • @crowlee5111
    @crowlee5111 2 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Those eyes. Most intense eyes in the game and he shows that intensity on the field. That’s awesome “ I don’t need to smile to make you feel comfortable “ enough said.

    • @jjsteel43
      @jjsteel43 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Steelers defense needed a player like that on it

  • @BrandonRobertson-o5q
    @BrandonRobertson-o5q ปีที่แล้ว +2

    James inspired me to go after my dreams and get back on the field , I'm now signed to a semi pro team trying to work my way to the USFL . Thank you

    • @dionmarbury
      @dionmarbury 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Best of luck to you. Keep working!

  • @williamwhalen7764
    @williamwhalen7764 2 ปีที่แล้ว +64

    I've been a Steelers fan since 1976, I've seen them all. James Harrison was the best Steeler linebacker ever. Imagine Harrison and Greene on the outside with Lambert in the middle, all in their prime... 😱

    • @lonnieknight9187
      @lonnieknight9187 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      U might be right but when Kevin Greene and Greg Lloyd was there and they had the blitzburg name was pretty awesome too.

    • @waynejohanson1083
      @waynejohanson1083 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      And where do you put Ham.

    • @joshpitts7256
      @joshpitts7256 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@waynejohanson1083 👍

    • @3for4PA
      @3for4PA 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      😦......no DOUBT

    • @adolfsson2705
      @adolfsson2705 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Dont for get Ham.. so underated he did the job and made lambert shine!!

  • @titsonahorse6359
    @titsonahorse6359 2 ปีที่แล้ว +266

    Bill Cowher: "You can't just take yourself out of a game."
    Antonio Brown: ✌🏿

  • @Killacam1992
    @Killacam1992 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Man those Steelers Ravens games with those legendary defenses were epic. It was the immovable object vs the unstoppable force and they were always amazing games. They’ll be missed.

  • @alexhanson6327
    @alexhanson6327 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    If James Harrison and Mike Singletary stared each other down from opposite lines, they could form a new element at the line of scrimmage.

  • @vuzzler1
    @vuzzler1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    He is a true example of a player with tons of heart and will.

  • @MASS_ONE
    @MASS_ONE 2 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    i drove his suburban at the cheescake factory for 5 years. he always tipped $20 parkin n $20 pickin up!! hines ward gave $1 in a bently so did tomlin in a escalade. i and my friends who valet'd wore their superbowl xl jerseys in the back of their trucks in 05-06 but our phone cameras sucked!! i drove heath miller to the atm in his own tahoe lol. ben always tipped $100 he would literally throw us his keys n whoever caught them drove his new yellow hummer, i got lucky to catch his keys once, n charlie batch always tipped $100, i drove his rolls royce phantom!!! im lucky!! i can literally say i caught a pass from big ben even if they were keys!!

    • @seanweber4786
      @seanweber4786 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I always liked Charlie batch as a backup for us he seemed like a good guy

    • @joshuamackey2326
      @joshuamackey2326 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Man how do u land that kind of job lol I need that

  • @russdenshuick7622
    @russdenshuick7622 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I’ve always like Harrison, but this is a great look into his personality. Love this guy.

  • @BrendanGeormer
    @BrendanGeormer 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    5:52 That browns fan is lucky Harrison decided mercy halfway through that...

  • @trashpanda314
    @trashpanda314 2 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    I loved the way Harrison played. Seeing some of the workouts this man does at 40+ is also extremely motivating for me in my mid 30s. Dude reps more than most NFL players max. Still.

    • @juanreese6933
      @juanreese6933 ปีที่แล้ว

      Honestly, do you actually believe it was steroid free? Let me know how you actually feel. I think he was as steroid free as Romanowski

  • @NoHurriesNoWorries
    @NoHurriesNoWorries ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I dont spend an hour of my life on just any video... This guy is my favorite steeler ever. He made me laugh and made me memories.

  • @ross6343
    @ross6343 2 ปีที่แล้ว +40

    They had so much respect for and fear of James Harrison, the Ravens hired a player specifically to guard against Harrison's rush [I don't recall the player's name but I do remember he was what appeared to be about two feet taller then Harrison]. I've always said Harrison was Jack Lambert's brother from a different mother - they both played their game with that fearless abandon of defensive legends. Thank you James Harrison and I'm looking forward to your induction into the HOF!

  • @funzjag
    @funzjag 2 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    James "Debo" Harrison is a bad man. He's not even as big as many of the guys who he faced but they still had to illegally hold him because they couldn't stop him , he was just that tough.

  • @E_lucky
    @E_lucky ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I’ve watched this at least 3 times. LEGENDARY

  • @Ksmoove0824
    @Ksmoove0824 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Respect to a throwback! Loved watching him play

  • @steelzplayz4652
    @steelzplayz4652 ปีที่แล้ว

    I watch this probably every 6 months and it never gets old I just love football and the old players especially this great.

  • @koskey06
    @koskey06 2 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Harrison in his prime in deff on my "all star greats" team!! Yes im a Steelers fan but that really don't have anything to do with it other than I watched every one of his games so I know how good he really was! Unstoppable on the blitz but also great in that short to mid range pass coverage!

  • @thepickle7757
    @thepickle7757 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    As a Raiders fan living in NW Pennsylvania hating the Steelers but loved watching 92 do his thing on the field for many years. He is what defines defense football. Thank you for the entertainment JH

  • @nick56677
    @nick56677 2 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    Our defense hasn't had that nastiness, toughness and killer instinct since Harrison left. He was the soul of the defense.

    • @PatrickGriffithCUP1986
      @PatrickGriffithCUP1986 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Ummm ...TJ Watt. Have you seen him play? The rules have changed, so you may have to watch a little closer, but the intensity is there.

    • @jaredwilliams7752
      @jaredwilliams7752 ปีที่แล้ว

      Just 2 different characteristics but Thank God both wear Steelers jersey and hopefully TJ career takes him past Harrison bc idk about y’all we need another SB been to long

    • @vigilantgopher9563
      @vigilantgopher9563 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      @@PatrickGriffithCUP1986 nah ur defence has been lifeless since James and Troy retired

    • @dumisatonyjohnson8145
      @dumisatonyjohnson8145 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@PatrickGriffithCUP1986
      Outside of dpoy TJ Watt at OLB Heyward at RE
      The rest of Yall defense ain’t got it like that

  • @peterc8021
    @peterc8021 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Pittsburgh loves James and always will! Thanks James

  • @TheMan750
    @TheMan750 2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    I’m more afraid of his mom lmao
    “I’m not gonna smile just to make you look comfortable”
    Love it, from a Ravens fan

  • @user-uc1ys9zm8i
    @user-uc1ys9zm8i ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I miss you in black and gold James! You deserved better from the Steelers my friend. You are in my prayers! God bless

  • @deadarmd
    @deadarmd 2 ปีที่แล้ว +39

    Does anyone remember the game when he got 3 out of 4 holding calls. Or 4 out of 7, but got two sacks and 2 pressures consecutively? Then they just gameplanned away from him the rest of the game?

  • @aaronclevenger8800
    @aaronclevenger8800 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    James Harrison is a beast of the Pittsburgh Steelers is a legend and two 2x super bowl champs

  • @Landis_Grant
    @Landis_Grant ปีที่แล้ว +3

    It was Harrison’s pick-6 interception of Kurt Warner’s 1 yard toss just before half-time that was one of the keys to the Steelers’s Super Bowl win over the Cardinals.

  • @matthewhowell6945
    @matthewhowell6945 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great man and Steeler. Love this guy !!! Never give up!!!

  • @outlawrogers7101
    @outlawrogers7101 2 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    Love his respect for the game and the elders that played and paved the way before him by admitting that Franco Harris's immaculate reception was better than his pick 6 in the Super Bowl, tough admission especially from a professional athlete.!

    • @willwalker7779
      @willwalker7779 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Okay As

    • @elbob17
      @elbob17 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      He didn't respect the game at the end of his career. Sleeping in meetings, doing whatever he could for the Steelers to release him. That will always be a stain on his career.

    • @versatilethearcane
      @versatilethearcane 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      He must have meant greatest play period because Franco was on offense

  • @ralphgenova8112
    @ralphgenova8112 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    To James Harrison thanks you for all your hard work and great memories you are a great pittsburgh steelers

  • @BartBasquiato
    @BartBasquiato 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    He went from idk the play coach take me out to making the best play ever in the SB, legendary.

  • @richardwetzeliii4195
    @richardwetzeliii4195 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just got his jersey a few weeks ago.. one of my favorite players in NFL history.

  • @demetriusgallitzin8859
    @demetriusgallitzin8859 2 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    Thank you, James Harrison. You brought an element of defense to the Steelers that was missing almost since the 70s and added to it. It's a team sport, but it's amazing what a person can do for the whole team. Time with family is more important than football, but I can only imagine the fear caused by any rumor if you followed Le'Veon Bell or Antonio just for fun. Too bad they are on the wrong side of the ball, unless James decided to play offense. :)

  • @chrismarciatetisindles5876
    @chrismarciatetisindles5876 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    One of the greatest linebackers I've ever seen. He went about his business everyday and had his teammates backs.

  • @macmcswag1714
    @macmcswag1714 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    absolute legend and will never be forgotten as a Steelers Legend

    • @spence_903
      @spence_903 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      dude got in your head like LT

  • @lindsaydoke9308
    @lindsaydoke9308 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    He played football as a defensive player the way the Legends played. Most men that went through his upward battle to make it to the pros would have quit. Then even greater courage to realize his greatest privilege was to raise his 2 boys. As a dad of 3 grown men now I honor this so much. Then his boys tell him to come back at 36! He played his relentless vigor for 4 more years. Then he asked to quit the Steelers as he was older to sign with the Patriots. To his right you either play him or let him go. I love how strong his mom is. God forged this man out of steel. On the field he was relentless off the field he was a dad what a balance. You rock James!

  • @ad_stayfly7
    @ad_stayfly7 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    One of the baddest boys to ever play for the Steelers 🖤💛

  • @Mma-basement-215
    @Mma-basement-215 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm from Philly and love everything about James Harrison and the way some of the Steeler teams played defense... Look when you're from a hard-nosed city you really can appreciate hard-nosed players that's just the truth...

  • @alexspicer6043
    @alexspicer6043 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    As a Ravens fan I really deep DEEP down inside loved watching Harrison play. He was the best I’ve seen.

  • @joshkamons5627
    @joshkamons5627 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I love the Steelers. I love James Harrison. He is an example of how football used to be played & should still be played.

  • @alquitorianojr5055
    @alquitorianojr5055 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    he’s hands down 1 of the best Outside linebacker and pass rushers the NFL has ever seen play the game of football.

    • @spence_903
      @spence_903 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      so.next to LT

  • @DavidJames-wz3mf
    @DavidJames-wz3mf ปีที่แล้ว

    Was a complete honor watching you play every Sunday for the steelers

  • @ImOldGreggg
    @ImOldGreggg 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    This is an endearing video. For those like me that didn't know James Harrisons story, this changed a lot in perception.

    • @ravenwing199
      @ravenwing199 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Nothing is fixing the fact that he beat his wife over something as petty as when the kids were baptized.

    • @TheRasiani
      @TheRasiani ปีที่แล้ว

      For sure - I understand that man in a way I never appreciated before this. His pragmatism, his sense of humor, his honesty, his purpose. Media really did a job on him - maybe he cultivated it to a degree, but the media was really only interested in one aspect.

  • @joemamaurmama
    @joemamaurmama 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks James, for being your unique, eloquent, and badass self. Fantastic doc. Well done.

  • @touavue2859
    @touavue2859 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I love football during this era it was relentless

  • @reecehigh1
    @reecehigh1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I didn't really care what team other than my Steelers he played for. I ALWAYS was and still am a diehard fan of James Harrison. One of my top 3 Steelers of all time!

  • @RedMo46
    @RedMo46 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Dudes an absolute beast

    • @spence_903
      @spence_903 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      when I seen him doing dips with chains I did them all the time, helped alot

  • @poohead605
    @poohead605 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That Superbowl Run Shows the greatness of James Harrison. WOW !!!! First time seeing that and all I can say is WOW.

  • @jdot3334
    @jdot3334 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    SO excited for this. Love you James🖤💛

  • @michaelbonney3372
    @michaelbonney3372 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Loved..watching him hit WR' S...Fearless enough to come across the middle...

  • @anopoabednego6173
    @anopoabednego6173 2 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    They should consider the fact that this man was overlooked until he was 29 years old when considering HOF induction.

  • @tthomaselli2
    @tthomaselli2 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    James Harrison for both the Pro Football Hall-Of-Fame & the Pittsburgh Steelers Hall Of Honor, respectively.

    • @spence_903
      @spence_903 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      not hall.of fame but STEELERS hall of fame

  • @Corninthesky
    @Corninthesky 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Damn. I never had a problem with him, always liked him as a player, but what a guy this dude is! Inspiring, imo the perfect blend of honesty, attitude (bad and good lol), and love for his friends and family. I definitely look up to him as a man now.

  • @lancehandy7487
    @lancehandy7487 2 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    Harrison was a Savage on the field but I have a lot of respect for him prioritizing raising his sons.

  • @andreharrington7169
    @andreharrington7169 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    It is a pleasure to hear him speak about himself. Those who don't know he doesn't speak to the press or like cameras in his face.

  • @BondandBourne
    @BondandBourne 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Pats fan here always hated seeing our team going up against this beast. It was great to see him play with Brady for a little bit. James Harrison is one hell of a football player.

    • @JulezWinnfield
      @JulezWinnfield 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Fake Patriots fan respect.

    • @AmirKhan-yv8jm
      @AmirKhan-yv8jm 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      TB12 usually seemed to have your defense figured out lol

  • @bnegs521
    @bnegs521 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    We are not far removed from his career but we can already say that was a different era of football we will probably never see again.

  • @TheRealEricRose
    @TheRealEricRose ปีที่แล้ว +27

    James Harrison played the game of football how it was meant to be played!

  • @TheYabuk
    @TheYabuk 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    prolly the sweetest guy yoiu meet.. football dudes are the the most humble . Love ya Big dawg

  • @shudderbutter4540
    @shudderbutter4540 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    One of the most underrated defensive players ever! Responsible for arguably the greatest play in SB history. Was held on like every play lol. Amazing story, amazing player, Cowher is right he's a throw back player, loved watching him play.

  • @johnshields6852
    @johnshields6852 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Harrison is a football player my dad would love, tough, killer instinct, he brings it, great to watch, he actually came to the Patriots later in his career, I loved that, I'm a old Boston guy.

  • @BenjaminFunklin
    @BenjaminFunklin 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    being a fan was a little bit of a roller coaster and all I wanted was for him to come back. This series captured an unlikely story and his attitude pretty well. It's crazy he was 39 when he retired and playing that physical of a position. He carried the legacy of a Steelers linebacker well.

    • @elbob17
      @elbob17 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hated how his story ended with the Steelers. Won't ever be able to forget it.

  • @richarddowney9209
    @richarddowney9209 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    James Harrison was a beast total monster image James, Rodney , Ronnie on the same defense WOW

  • @td4244
    @td4244 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    James Harrison was a different animal, he’s really an under appreciated linebacker in NFL history. He made his mark. Say what you want about him, he’s dirty, he’s a cheap shot, he’s a cheater, say whatever you want. He’s a Steelers and he’s here to make you feel the pain he came from. He’s very original, hardworking and just ruthless. You can’t take any of that away from him. He intercepted Kurt Warner and ran it back for 100+ yards in the Super Bowl, what else can I say.

  • @toddbowser9415
    @toddbowser9415 ปีที่แล้ว

    Best outside Linebacker that EVER played for the Steelers!! And that says a lot seeing who all played for the Steelers at that position!

  • @calebray8895
    @calebray8895 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Love James, but gave the like when mama Mildred said "don't be bully, but if someone mess with you, you beat that @$$"

  • @jeffrose5622
    @jeffrose5622 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    One of the BEST "A Football Life" ever!

  • @mrrilz11
    @mrrilz11 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I'm a Giants fan, but I enjoyed every snap that I could catch. I watched every Steelers game that I could while Harrison played. I absolutely had a blast, especially since they are in the AFC!

  • @gregj831
    @gregj831 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    To hell with his incredibly talented play. James Harrison was the epitome of what happens when you combine the elements of: hard work, strong will, imagination. If our society needs a role model then it should start with James Harrison.

  • @smokedawg76
    @smokedawg76 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    He was one of my favorite defensive players! Steeler Nation!!

  • @craigtheisen5457
    @craigtheisen5457 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Man I've always loved James Harrison, welcome to the Hall of Fame, brother!

  • @bnegs521
    @bnegs521 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    James was the MVP of the super bowl. PERIOD!

  • @mannsolo6294
    @mannsolo6294 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    As a Bengals fan I had never been happier to see any other player in a Bengals Jersey.... it wasn't because I liked him I hated his guts.... I was just glad he was on our side now.

  • @audio-agendamedia5154
    @audio-agendamedia5154 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    The Steel City is my home. JAMES HARRISON was a beast and that interception return for a TD in the Superbowl was one of the best SB plays of all time.

    • @murrethmedia
      @murrethmedia 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      James Harrison was a Patriots great!

    • @audio-agendamedia5154
      @audio-agendamedia5154 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Steeler great

    • @murrethmedia
      @murrethmedia 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@audio-agendamedia5154 Mmmm, I don't think so. He finished his career with the greatest franchise in NFL history, the New England Patriots.

  • @shanevendrell7068
    @shanevendrell7068 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    James Harrison for that 3 year stretch was possibly the best football player ever. I am a browns fan, and for that reason I haven’t watched football in years, but I’m glad I got to watch James Harrison. Definite hero.

  • @firstnameanonymous9374
    @firstnameanonymous9374 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    The post game interview after his first start vs Baltimore says it all. What a great football player and from what I’ve heard a great husband and father. Loved me some Deebo, without him Steelers don’t win super bowl 43.