We noticed your adblocker is on. In the game, he accounted for nine carries for 122 yards with a touchdown, and five catches for 49 yards, playing on the injured ankle. Pressley Harvin is an elite punting prospect, but even he likely would have had problems with Percy Harvin. In fact, he was more of a full-time receiver than a running back. And theres the threat of a fake every single time we go to a special teams play. How Steelers Plan to Fit Darnell Washington into Offense, Final Word: Credit Steelers, Mike Tomlin for Embracing Change. He caught three passes for 33 yards and carried the ball four times for a team-leading 58 yards. Pressley Harvin III - College Football at Sports-Reference.com Mark Schofield. The plight that the Pittsburgh Steelers faced this past week, could happen at any time, when rookie punter Pressley Harvin III lost his father. In three seasons, he totaled 133 catches for 1,929 yards and 13 touchdowns, while rushing the ball 194 times for 1,852 yards with 19 touchdowns. He was released from the hospital the following day. What if I told you that he looks like he spends more time watching football than playing it, packing in excess of 260lbs onto a 5ft 11in frame? [32] Harvin's season ended with 62 receptions of 85 targets for 677 yards and 3 touchdowns. He also totaled 764 yards on 83 rushes for 6 touchdowns for a total of 1,622 yards from scrimmage and 10 touchdowns, becoming the first receiver in University of Florida history to have over 1,000 yards rushing and receiving in his career. 2021 rookies who will have electrifying highlights next season | "Good Morning Football.". The 2009 Pro Bowl selection added a sixth such score in Super Bowl 48 when he and the Seattle Seahawks cruised to a 43-8 victory over Peyton Manning and the Denver Broncos. It has gotten to the point where any versatility beyond the well-worn prescriptions for offense, defense or special teams is considered a negative. However, Harvin continued to line up as a receiver for the Gators on a part-time basis. Pittsburgh Steelers running back Najee Harris and punter Pressley Harvin III were named to the 2021 Pro Football Writers of America All-Rookie Team. In light of his increased strength and past production from the running back position, Florida head coach Urban Meyer officially announced his position had changed from wide receiver to running back, prior to the start of the season. Pressley Harvin III (born September 17, 1998) is an American football punter for the Pittsburgh Steelers of the National Football League (NFL). The "Good Morning Football" crew comes up with nicknames for rookies in the 2021 draft class. Every Sports Reference Social Media Account, Site Last Updated: Monday, May 1, 2:31PM. Ive always been humble with it because Ive never been a cocky guy, Harvin said. [37][38], Harvin was traded to the New York Jets on October 17, 2014 for a conditional draft pick in the 2015 NFL Draft. Despite his accomplishments, Harvin's high school athletic career was not without controversy. Steelers Daily Links: Ryan Clark Encourages Undrafted Players; Jones Tours Pittsburgh, Steelers Daily Links: Ben Rips RG3; Hamlin Chirps Pickett on Slide, Steelers Daily Links: How Pickett Improved Hand Size, JPJ on Ravens, Steelers Daily Links: Big Ben Hangs on to Record, Cam Heyward Snubbed, Senior Bowl Takeaways: Steelers Find Plenty of Good Lineman in Draft (+), Have the Ravens Figured Out the Steelers Run Defense? He captured the 2005 Virginia Class AAA indoor title in triple jump, with a leap of 14.70 meters. Harvin rushed for 96 yards on 22 attempts and 1 touchdown. Steeler Pressley Harvin III's Father Passes Away On - CBS News And he knows how to use it. On January 15, 2009, Harvin announced he would forgo his remaining college eligibility and participate in the 2009 NFL Draft. The Pittsburgh Steelers drafted Pressley in the seventh round of the 2021 NFL draft. Harvin, who packs 263 pounds on his 6-foot frame, set school and ACC single-season records last year with a 48-yard net punting average. Pressley Harvin III had 3,072 punting yards last season and 6,054 punting yards over his career. I am striving to be the best punter I can be. Incoming freshman Pressley Harvin forges to Georgia Tech - ajc . All Rights Reserved. [1][2] As a senior, he punted for an average of 42.5 yards and was named All-State for a second straight season. Pressley Harvin III is 6-0 (183 cm) tall. It wasnt just Pressley Harvin IIIs powerful right leg that NFL scouts wanted to see at Georgia Techs pro day. Marquette King, who last suited up for the Denver Broncos in 2018, is the most recent person of color to punt or kick in an NFL game. /news/2216555771729-is-former-minnesota-vikings-star-percy-harvin-related-to-2021-nfl-draft-prospect-pressley-harvin-iii The browser you are using is no longer supported on this site. Buffalo Bills wide receiver Khalil Shakir misreads trajectory of Pittsburgh Steelers punter Pressley Harvin III's 69-yard punt. His mother, Linda, ran a daycare out of their home as Harvin helped with the children. Harvin also had 20 kickoff returns for 495 yards. Check out Pressley Harvin III's College Stats, School, Draft, Gamelog, Splits and More College Stats at Sports-Reference.com In the five decades since the NFL has transitioned from a fistfight in the dirt to basketball on cleats, players have evolved from jack-of-all-trade ironmen into finely tuned, situational specialists. When was Pressley Harvin III born? Or write about sports? We found out this week that his time left on Earth is limited. [15] Later in the season, Harvin suffered another ankle injury in a game against FSU on November 20. Topic Statement: The Steelers will waive Corliss Waitman this week now that Pressley Harvin III is back. Please see our Contributors and Sources page for data source details. [13] On May 15, 2021, Harvin signed his four-year rookie contract with Pittsburgh. Harvin accepted an athletic scholarship to attend the University of Florida in Gainesville, Florida,[9] where he played on coach Urban Meyer's Florida Gators football team from 2006 to 2008. Despite these missteps, Harvin ranks as one of the greatest high school athletes to come out of the Hampton Roads area. Pressley Harvin III Stats, News and Video - P | NFL.com He can throw the football just as far and as accurately as he can punt it. Daily Links: Steelers Get Value, Athletes; 2024 Mock Draft Already? You are the strongest man on this Earth, as some days you woke up and no matter the discomfort or pain you felt you went on to provide for me and my entire family. Harvin isnt a big name, per se. I would say suddenlyhe passed away last. With short notice, we were able to get him to a game one last time. In Harvins case, he doesnt want to be pigeonholed as a prototypical punter. Harvin did most of that damage in his first four seasons, hauling in 280 catches for 3,302 yards and 20 scores in that time. In February 2009, Harvin tested positive for marijuana at the NFL Combine. The Largest Punter to Ever Exist || Pressley Harvin III Highlights pic.twitter.com/ekZa8nLLqu. In basketball, Harvin and a Green Run High School player were involved in a scuffle that prompted referees to stop the game with time remaining on the clock. (Poor kids havent finished above .500 more than twice in the past six years) But how many other struggling schools can say it was their punter who saved them from being truly sorry? With that performance, Harvin was named the game MVP. A post shared by Pressley Harvin III (@pharvin27) Harvin didn't play for two weeks after his dad's death, and punter Corliss Waitman , who spent the 2020 season on the Steelers' practice . Then you add his just wanting to be a really good teammate, help the team out any way he can. Among other things, they ding him for his high return rate and inconsistent hang time. [8], Harvin was selected in the seventh round with the 254th overall pick of the 2021 NFL Draft by the Pittsburgh Steelers. [14], Initially expected to be ready for the season opener against Hawaii, team doctors and the coaches felt he was not fully ready to play, and kept him out of the game. The surgery was performed by Dr. Robert Anderson of OrthoCarolina of Charlotte, North Carolina. A post shared by Pressley Harvin III (@pharvin27). On December 6, 2012 Harvin was placed on injured reserve with an ankle injury. On April 30, 2009, while en route to a Minnesota Vikings rookie mini-camp, Harvin fell ill and was hospitalized prior to changing planes in Atlanta. (+), Steelers Grades vs. Of course, there is a heavy dose on offensive execution, as well as defensive effort. However, the Vikings failed to score on the next 4 plays. Some teams reportedly removed him from their potential draft rosters.[18]. Pittsburgh Steelers punter Pressley Harvin III had his father on the sidelines for the Steelers win over the Tennessee Titans on Sunday, and Harvin was grateful, as hes not sure how many more times he will get do so. The Steelers needed three Chris Boswell field goals to secure victory over the Titans on Sunday. In this March 16, 2021, file photo, Georgia Tech punter Pressley Harvin III, throws a pass during the school's Pro Day football workout for NFL scouts in Atlanta. Names that draftniks like ESPNs Mel Kiper Jr and the NFL.coms Peter Schrager have spent months shuffling up and down their draft boards like clairvoyants reading tea leaves. [39] With the number 11 already taken and the number 12 retired for Joe Namath, Harvin wore the number 16. Punter Pressley Harvin III is a big presence in NFL draft Latest on Pittsburgh Steelers punter Pressley Harvin III including news, stats, videos, highlights and more on ESPN As a youth, he played football as an offensive lineman and volunteered to become the punter for his middle school team in seventh grade. Harvin's mother ran track at Princess Anne High School in Virginia Beach and later coached an AAU track team. However, Harvin struggles at times . [47] Harvin began to experience severe migraine headaches that kept him out two games and was placed on reserve/non-football illness list, ending his season early after coming out of retirement. Thats right. Temporibus autem quibusdam et aut officiis debitis aut rerum necessitatibus saepe eveniet. It is highly recommended that you use the latest versions of a supported browser in order to receive an optimal viewing experience. Thats one of the remarkable things that I can do instead of the ball just hitting my foot, and I try to help the team out in any type of way I can.. All rights reserved. I wish it was 75 degrees and sunny but for the circumstances and what the conditions were, it was definitely a good day, Harvin said. If theres any consolation King wasnt picked either but of course thats more of a knock on the game than the player. On August 19, 2010, he passed out during practice due to a migraine attack and was taken to a local hospital in an ambulance. Off his right foot and out of his right arm. In this installment, punter Pressley Harvin III gives his take. A former star on the Florida Gators, Harvin totaled 353 receptions for 4,026 yards and 22 touchdowns in eight NFL seasons. Harvin posted on Instagram, confirming the news and . Pressley Harvin III delivers an incredible punt for the Steelers After missing the South Carolina and Florida Atlantic victories with a sinus infection, Harvin returned with a 16 rush, 157 yard performance with a rushing touchdown against Florida State. Despite his injury-plagued freshman season, Harvin was awarded SEC College Freshman of the year. March 20, 2020: Traded by Ravens as 2021 7th round pick (254th overall) with Chris Wormley to Steelers for 2021 5th round pick (168th overall subsequently traded, Zach Davidson) Frequently Asked Questions How old is Pressley Harvin III? And its more than just being a punter because I can contribute to the team on more than just fourth down. Where's the Heisman love for Percy? Continue to pray for my dad as well as my family as we navigate through hard times and continue to try to get my father in better health.. In the first six games of the 2012 season, Harvin had three games with over 100 yards receiving. inAlcolu,SC, College: Last Sunday, the Steelers organization made arrangements so that Harvin could bring his father to their Week 15 home game against the Tennessee Titans. As a result of various incidents, Harvin was suspended from athletic competition by the Virginia High School League (VHSL). In Harvin's case, he doesn't want to be pigeonholed as a prototypical punter. The next game, a blowout victory over Tennessee, Harvin contributed greatly with 120 yards on 4 receptions and 75 rushing yards with a touchdown. The Steelers won that game. NFL and the NFL shield design are registered trademarks of the National Football League.The team names, logos and uniform designs are registered trademarks of the teams indicated. 4-ranked punter according to ESPN and 247Sports, Averaged 42.5 yards per punt with a long of 72 as a senior, Led the state in punting average as a junior and senior, Helped lead Sumter to four straight district championships (2013-16), back-to-back regional championships (2015-16) and a state runner-up finish (2014), Also earned four letters in track and field and helped lead Sumter to three straight regional championships as a thrower.