THE GRATEFUL BLUE PLAYER DIRECTORY
Harry Carson
The middle of the defense.
- Position
- LB
- Giants years
- 1976–1988
- Recognition
- Hall of Fame · 2006
Why the name matters.
Carson moved from college defensive lineman to NFL linebacker and became a nine-time Pro Bowl selection. He played his entire professional career with the Giants.
His place in the 1986 championship defense makes him essential to understanding that team beyond its pass rush. Start with the Hall of Fame account of his career, then revisit the championship season.
Go deeper.
Hall of Fame biography, statistics & honors ↗Explore the 1986 championship season ↗Watch the championship film collection ↗
Did you watch him play?
The stats are here. Your seat in the stands, the voice beside you, and the way it felt belong in the memory bank.
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