Frequently Asked Questions
How many career sacks did Tommie Harris have as a defensive tackle?
Tommie Harris had 31.5 career sacks from the defensive tackle position, which is considered elite production for an interior lineman who constantly faces double-teams.
Why was Tommie Harris banned from Pop Warner football as a kid?
Harris was suspended from Pop Warner football in fifth grade because he was too dominant at just 150 pounds, hip-tossing kids and wrecking plays. Parents complained it was unfair, so the league first limited him to two carries per game, then suspended him entirely.
What personal tragedies did Tommie Harris face after his NFL career?
Harris lost his wife Ashley to a brain aneurysm just 41 days after their wedding, then later lost an infant daughter to SIDS. He also endured the deaths of his parents, sisters, family dog, and nanny.
What was Tommie Harris's welcome like when he joined the Chicago Bears?
Harris came in cocky after saying 'Watch out for 97' on ESPN, but veteran center Olin Kreutz immediately repeated it back to him at first practice, giving him instant humility. The veterans watched his every snap and taught him how tough the NFL would be.
How many Pro Bowls did Tommie Harris make with the Bears?
Tommie Harris made three Pro Bowls from 2005-2007 and was named Second-Team All-Pro in 2005. He also became the highest-paid defensive tackle in NFL history at one point during his Bears career.
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