The statue of Franco Harris was created by The Senator John Heinz History Center. Harris was a running back for the Pittsburgh Steelers. He is depicted here mid the infamous "Immaculate Reception" of 1972. Since arriving at the airport, the statue is one of the most popular works and highlights the expansive sporting history of Pittsburgh. This piece was made in 2006.

Statue of football player Franco Harris in a crouched position holding a football to recreate the “Immaculate Reception-” pose. He is standing on one leg and crouched over, with both hands stretching in front of him catching a football. He is looking to his right and is shown in the full Pittsburgh Steelers uniform.