Percy Harvin
Percy Jerus Harvin III
Percy Harvin, an explosive NFL playmaker and Super Bowl champion, was born in Chesapeake, Virginia.
- Profession
- Football player
- From
- Chesapeake, Virginia
- Born
- May 28, 1988
- Years active
- 2009–2016
Early life
Born in Chesapeake in 1988, Harvin won two national titles as a versatile weapon at the University of Florida.
Career
He was the 2009 NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year and won Super Bowl XLVIII with the Seattle Seahawks, returning the second-half kickoff for a touchdown.
Major achievements
A Pro Bowl selection, he was one of the most dynamic return men and receivers of his time.
Legacy
Harvin is remembered for his game-breaking speed and versatility.
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