Barry Pearson, a former Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver who is remembered for his role in the 1972 “Immaculate Reception” playoff game, has died. He was 76. Multiple outlets report that his death is dated Aug. 16, with the information attributed to his obituary.
Pearson played in the NFL for five seasons and was part of the Steelers’ roster during the postseason matchup against the Oakland Raiders that produced the famous play. While both reports focus on his connection to that game and his age at death, neither outlet provides extensive detail beyond the basic career outline and the date of death.
