In this Dec. 23, 1972, file photo, Pittsburgh Steelers' Franco Harris (32) eludes a tackle by Oakland Raiders' Jimmy Warren as he runs 42-yards for a touchdown after catching a deflected pass during an AFC Divisional NFL football playoff game in Pittsburgh. Harris' scoop of a deflected pass and subsequent run for the winning touchdown, forever known as the "Immaculate Reception." (AP Photo/Harry Cabluck, File)

Joe Smeltzer graduated from Waynesburg University with a degree in journalism in 2020.&nbsp;He has contributed to the History Channel&nbsp;since August 2021. He also writes for the Washington Observer-Reporter and the Nittany Sports Now website.

Joe Smeltzer

Joe Smeltzer graduated from Waynesburg University with a degree in journalism in 2020.&nbsp;He has contributed to the History Channel&nbsp;since August 2021. He also writes for the Washington Observer-Reporter and the Nittany Sports Now website.

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NFL’s Greatest Play: The Immaculate Reception