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12/15/02

COLTS’ HARRISON SETS NFL SEASON RECORD FOR MOST RECEPTIONS

Indianapolis Colts wide receiver MARVIN HARRISON today became the NFL’s single-season leader for most pass receptions with 127, including nine today with two touchdowns, in a 28-23 win against the Cleveland Browns.

Harrison broke the NFL season record for receptions of 123, which was set by wide receiver HERMAN MOORE of the Detroit Lions in 1995. 

Harrison caught a five-yard reception for his 124th catch of the season on a fourth-and-one play from the Cleveland 44-yard line with 9:48 remaining in the third quarter.

Most Pass Receptions, Season

127       MARVIN HARRISON, Indianapolis, 2002
123       Herman Moore, Detroit, 1995     
122              Cris Carter, Minnesota, 1994
            Cris Carter, Minnesota, 1995
            Jerry Rice, San Francisco, 1995
119       Isaac Bruce, St. Louis, 1995

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