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James Larnell Harris (born July 20, 1947) is an American former professional football player and executive. He played as a quarterback in the American Football League (AFL) and the National Football League (NFL) with the Buffalo Bills, Los Angeles Rams, and San Diego Chargers.
13 Apr 2020 · James Harris played Quarterback for the Bills, Rams, and Chargers between 1969 and 1979 During his NFL career, Harris threw for 8,136 yards and tossed 45 touchdowns ...more.
13 Mac 2015 · James Harris had a historic career as a player and an executive in the N.F.L., but to merely recite his résumé is to elide the bigotry he faced.
20 Jan 2014 · In 1974, James Harris made history as the first black quarterback to start a playoff game in the NFL. ESPN The Magazine recounts his journey and the challenges he faced in a racially divided league.
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23 Feb 2022 · James Harris changed the NFL for Black players during his playing days and continues to do so today, Eric D. Williams writes.
8 Feb 2023 · James "Shack" Harris was a trailblazer who broke racial barriers as a quarterback in the 1970s. He led the Dolphins to the Super Bowl and was the first Black QB to play in the Pro Bowl and win MVP.
