Chuck Noll’s Steel Curtain: The Rise, The Fall, and ‘Franco Who?’

Franco Harris leaving the Pittsburgh Steelers was a cold end to one of the most iconic careers in league history. We examine the contract dispute that led to his departure and the infamous "Franco who?" comment from head coach Chuck Noll. It was a jarring conclusion for a running back who helped secure four Super Bowl titles for the franchise. This look at the 1984 NFL season highlights how quickly even the greatest legends can become disposable in the eyes of management. We trace the events that led to his final, brief stint with the Seattle Seahawks and what his exit meant for the Steel Curtain era. Subscribe for weekly NFL legends stories, and tell me in the comments: do you think the Steelers handled his exit correctly, or should he have retired a Steeler?