Tim Harris

Timothy Allen Harris (born June 15, 1961) is an American former professional football running back who played one season with the Pittsburgh Steelers of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football at Washington State University.

Early life and college Timothy Allen Harris was born on June 15, 1961, in Compton, California. He attended Compton High School in Compton. In 1980, he recorded 167 carries for 801 yards and seven touchdown, and 16 receptions for 157 yards. As a senior in 1982, he rushed 147 times for 684 yards and three touchdowns while also catching 18 passes for 126 yards, garnering Coaches second-team All-Pac-10 recognition for the second consecutive season.

Professional career After going undrafted in the 1983 NFL draft, Harris signed with the Pittsburgh Steelers on May 1. He was released on August 29, 1983, but re-signed the next day. Harris also appeared in one playoff game that year, recording one rushing attempt for two yards, one kick return for 19 yards, and one fumble. He was released by the Steelers on August 6, 1984.

Harris signed with the Houston Oilers. He was released on August 19, 1985.

On September 23, 1987, Harris was signed by the Seattle Seahawks during the 1987 NFL players strike. However, he did not play in any games for the Seahawks before being released.