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Franco Harris’ ‘Immaculate Reception’ voted greatest moment in NFL history

By WPXI.com News Staff

FILE - 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. (AP Photo/Harry Cabluck, File)

By WPXI.com News Staff

The “Immaculate Reception” has been voted as the greatest moment in NFL history.

The iconic play took place at Three Rivers Stadium during the divisional playoffs against the Oakland Raiders with 22 seconds and no timeouts left.

Watch the full play in the tweet from the NFL below:

The voting started with 32 moments (one for each team) and has been whittled down each week.

Franco Harris’ “Immaculate Reception,” David Tyree’s “Helmet Catch,” the 1972 Dolphins’ perfect season and Dwight Clark’s “ The Catch," were the final four contenders.

The Associated Press contributed to this story.

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