Franklin's George Harris lettered at Ole Miss from 1952-54 when the Rebels were 24-5-3 under coach John Vaught.

Harris played mostly tackle and some end n high school when Ted Marchibroda was the quarterback. He became a full-time end in college.

The 6-0, 194-pounder played on the Rebels' Southeast Conference champions in 1954 and in two Sugar Bowls -- a 24-7 loss to Georgia Tech in 1953 and a 21-0 loss to Navy in 1955.

Actually, Harris injured an ankle in the first quarter against Navy. He did return, but saw only limited action. 

His fumble recovery on the Maryland 13, in which he leaped over two Terrapins, set up a touchdown that sparked a 21-14 upset in 1952. He caught seven passes for 89 yards that season.

Harris had seven catches for 115 yards going into the 1954 regular season finale against Mississippi State. He stole a pitchout after the Bulldogs reached there Ole Miss 18 and returned the ball 22 yards to the 40, triggering a TD drive in the 14-0 victory that clinched the SEC title.

Franklin celebrated George Harris Night on March 10, 1955. There was a testimonial dinner at the Elks followed by a get-together at the Lions Club.

Harris died in 2007 at age 78.