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  Joey Harrington - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Joey's paternal grandfather, Bernie Harrington, was an All-American at the University of Portland in the early 1940s, and went to all of Joey's games until his death in 2002.
Harrington is a graduate of the University of Oregon, and was a three-year starter on the Oregon Ducks football team.
Harrington became a starter in his rookie season, finishing that year with a 59.9 quarterback rating and a 50.1 completion percentage with 12 touchdowns and 16 interceptions; the Lions finished the season with a 3-13 record.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Joey_Harrington   (1149 words)

  
 JockBio: Joey Harrington Biography
Joey’s grandfather on his dad’s side, Bernie, was a Little All-American at the University of Portland in the early 1940s.
Joey looked comfortable enough, but threw an interception late in the fourth quarter that was returned 18 yards for the game-winning touchdown.
Joey was terrific in that one, hitting on 26 of 36 attempts for 238 yards and three scores.
www.jockbio.com /Bios/Harrington/Harrington_bio.html   (4050 words)

  
 ESPN.com - Mornhinweg gets his man in Harrington
Harrington quickly moved from the microscope to the spotlight, chosen third overall by the Detroit Lions, who like many teams had debated his merits for the past several weeks.
Joey Harrington didn't attend the draft in person because of uncertainty on when he'd be selected.
Harrington led the team to double digit wins in both his seasons as the starter.
sports.espn.go.com /nfldraft/columnist?id=1371395   (1009 words)

  
 JockBio: Joey Harrington Facts
If Joey is named to the Pro Bowl during his Lions career, he will be the first Detroit quarterback to make the trip to Hawaii since Greg Landry in 1971.
Joey has appeared in concert with John Popper of Blues Traveler and Jason Mraz, and once played the national anthem on a baby grand piano before a Portland Trailblazers game.
Joey was named one of “Hottest Hunks in the U.S.” in the November 2003 issue of Cosmopolitan.
www.jockbio.com /Bios/Harrington/Harrington_numbers.html   (353 words)

  
 Joey Harrington Stats - Miami Dolphins - Realfootball365.com
Harrington set a new Dolphins record with 62 pass attempts, while completing 33 of them for a career-best 414 yards with two touchdowns and three interceptions in their 34-24 loss to Green Bay on Sunday.
Harrington completed 26 of 41 passes for 232 yards with two interceptions in Miami's 20-10 loss to the Patriots on Sunday as he started in place of Daunte Culpepper, who has been bothered by a sore shoulder and is still rececovering from knee surgery.
Harrington was traded to the Miami Dolphins from the Detroit Lions in exchange for a 2007 conditional sixth-round draft pick.
realfootball365.stats.com /fb/playerstats.asp?id=5889&team=15   (487 words)

  
 Lions, Harrington part ways - The Boston Globe
The Detroit Lions parted ways with Joey Harrington yesterday after four turbulent seasons during which the quarterback went from franchise savior to franchise goat.
Harrington, drafted No. 3 overall in 2002, was 18-37 as a starter with the Lions under three coaches: Marty Mornhinweg, Steve Mariucci, and Dick Jauron, who took over when Mariucci was fired during the 2005 season.
Harrington would have received a $4 million bonus if he was on the roster June 15.
www.boston.com /sports/football/articles/2006/03/21/lions_harrington_part_ways   (846 words)

  
 Joey or Jeff? - 10/20/05   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
Joey Harrington has started this season, while Garcia hasn't played since he broke his leg Sept. 2.
Mariucci never has seemed fully in favor of playing Harrington because his drop-back style is not ideal for the West Coast offense, which requires mobility and the ability to freelance.
Harrington said he was not shocked with Mariucci's decision because of the team's lack of production on offense and the focus on the quarterback.
www.detnews.com /2005/lions/0510/20/A01-355315.htm   (1118 words)

  
 Detroit Lions Joey Harrington - Realfootball365.com
It is Joey Harrington who will look to get back on the horse as he was named starter for Sunday's divisional match up with the Minnesota Vikings.
Harrington, the starter through the first five games this season, was benched in favor of backup man Jeff Garcia.
Harrington should be licking his chops with the match ups he is given.
www.realfootball365.com /nfl/articles/2005/11/joey-harrington-lions041105.html   (469 words)

  
 Scout.com: Column: Defending Joey Harrington
And after four tumultuous, forgettable and pathetic seasons, Joey Harrington finally figured out that even he, the golden boy from Oregon, couldn't save an organization that has only flirted with mediocrity, never approached greatness, and shrouded so far in self-doubt and cynicism that "hopelessly lost" might be mistaken for a compliment.
When given the opportunity, Harrington declined to criticize the troubled receiver, saying that it would only put him on par with that of cornerback Dre' Bly -- who violated the cardinal sin in team sports by calling Harrington out publicly after Mariucci (a close friend of Bly's) was fired.
Joey Harrington only gave Marinelli the option of bringing him back because he was still under contract, and was determined to honor that contract through if that is what Marinelli wanted.
lions.scout.com /2/531534.html   (1115 words)

  
 Dolphins look to smiling Harrington for spark - USATODAY.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
Harrington will be making his second start at quarterback for the Dolphins while Daunte Culpepper continues to rehabilitate his surgically repaired right knee.
One of his nicknames was "Joey Blue Skies" because he would always try to put a positive spin on things after a loss and not display frustration.
Joey Harrington is impressing teammates with his smile and his performance.
www.usatoday.com /sports/football/nfl/dolphins/2006-10-14-joey-harrington_x.htm?POE=SPOISVA   (1066 words)

  
 Joey Harrington Profile Miami Dolphins Bye Week - Realfootball365.com
Harrington is completing only 58.9% of his passes, which, for a starting quarterback, is pedestrian, but not terrible.
Harrington has played relatively adequately in relief of Culpepper, but in order to make that jump from "adequate" to "winning" football, he will have to stop playing like a robot.
Also Joey didn't say he wanted to be told exactly what to do and to be robotic he said he was never told what to do at all when with the Lions, there is a big difference.
www.realfootball365.com /nfl/articles/2006/10/joey-harrington-dolphins251006.html   (1747 words)

  
 USATODAY.com - Dolphins acquire QB Harrington from Lions   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
DETROIT (AP) — The Miami Dolphins acquired quarterback Joey Harrington from Detroit on Friday for an undisclosed conditional draft pick, giving the team a fallback option if starter Daunte Culpepper isn't ready for the season's first snap.
Harrington went 18-37 as a starter with the Lions.
By Duane Burleson, AP Joey Harrington threw for 60 TDs and 62 interceptions in four seasons as the Lions quarterback.
www.usatoday.com /sports/football/nfl/2006-05-12-harrington-trade_x.htm?csp=34&ord=8   (468 words)

  
 Detroit QB Joey Harrington chooses country over cousin   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
Joey Harrington does not know every detail of his family tree, but said Padraig Harrington is an Irish cousin on his father's side.
When Joey Harrington is playing Houston at home on Sept. 19 in Week 2 of the NFL season, his cousin will be competing in the final day of the Ryder Cup matches.
While Joey Harrington was getting ready Thursday for Detroit's opener on the road against the Bears, his cousin was getting ready for the Ryder Cup by playing at the German Masters.
www.golf.com /gdc/news/article.asp?id=26677   (614 words)

  
 Detroit Lions Site: Lions Offseason Move #5: Detroit Trades QB Joey Harrington to Miami; Move on with Kitna and McCown
ALLEN PARK, Mich. -- The trade of quarterback Joey Harrington to Miami was a significant offseason move for the Lions on many levels.
Harrington was the primary starter for the majority of the time he spent in Detroit until he was moved into the backup role five games into the 2005 season.
After things ultimately did not come together between Harrington and the Lions with their new coaching staff, the decision was made to move on without the fifth-year quarterback out of Oregon.
www.detroitlions.com /document_display.cfm?document_id=445531   (917 words)

  
 PS2 News:
Harrington is a quarterback out of Oregon and was the top pick in the NFL Draft.
Harrington helped the Oregon Ducks win the 2001 Pacific 10 Conference title and led the team to victory in the Fiesta Bowl in 2002.
Harrington, the Pac-10 Offensive Player of the Year, threw for 2,414 yards and 23 touchdowns as a senior, the second-highest single season total in school history.
www.psxextreme.com /scripts/news2/new.asp?newID=1245   (214 words)

  
 The Harrington Family Foundation
Harrington also made a special visit to Dylans sixth-grade class, tossed passes to the students, and conducted a question and answer session with the athletes and cheerleaders from the school.
Joey donates $25,000 to Childrens Hospital of Michigan for Dr. Tom Forbes, pediatric cardiologist, catheterization lab.
The Harrington Family Foundation encourages everyone to offer support to the victims of Hurricane Katrina either by financial contribution, donation of goods or services, or volunteering to directly assist those affected by this disaster.
www.joeyharrington3.com /foundation_update.cfm/start.6   (1259 words)

  
 NFL- Dolphins Will Keep Harrington as Starter - AOL Sports   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
Winslow Townson, AP Joey Harrington Harrington completed 26 of 41 passes for 232 yards and two interceptions in Sunday's loss.
Harrington completed 26 of 41 passes for 232 yards and two interceptions Sunday in Miami's 20-10 loss at New England.
Harrington was sacked only once by the Patriots on Sunday.
sports.aol.com /nfl/story/_a/dolphins-will-keep-harrington-as-starter/20061009153609990001   (955 words)

  
 FOX Sports: Joey Harrington - Fantasy News
News: Joey Harrington completed 27-of-43 passes for 266 yards, a touchdown, and two interceptions as the Dolphins fell to 1-5 Sunday.
Harrington is someone to consider in Week 7 against Green Bay if your starting fantasy QB is on a bye.
Harrington gets excellent matchups with the Jets this week and the Packers next week and makes for a fine bye-week pickup and fantasy start if needed.
msn.foxsports.com /nfl/playerFantasyNews?statsId=5889&fantasyNews=true   (546 words)

  
 Joey Harrington Deal Close!!!! - ProSportsDaily Forums
Joey Harrington is reportedly close to agreeing with a two-year contract from the Dolphins.
Harrington could man the Dolphins ship until Daunte Culpepper is healthy, but the Dolphins would still have to agree on trade compensation with Detroit.
It appears Harrington is most comfortable with Miami's situation and the two sides should agree on a contract.
www.prosportsdaily.com /forums/showthread.php?t=38413   (434 words)

  
 The Harrington Family Foundation
Jazz pianist Joey Harrington '01, a UO business graduate and current Detroit Lions quarterback, and Richard Smith '83, School of Music Distinguished Alumnus and USC jazz guitar professor, performed with the Oregon Jazz Ensemble to electrify the crowd of supporters during the evening's concert.
Harrington noted that one of the bonuses about his decision to attend the University of Oregon was the School of Music's jazz studies program and the opportunity to study with jazz pianist Gary Versace—while still playing football and pursuing a business degree.
Joey Harrington, Detroit Lions QB and pianist, will perform with the Oregon Jazz Ensemble to launch the University of Oregon School of Music $15.2 million building renovation and expansion campaign.
www.joeyharrington3.com /foundation_update.cfm/start.16   (1541 words)

  
 Detroit Lions, Daunte Culpepper, Gus Frerotte, Joey Harrington, National Football League, Miami Dolphins - CBS ...
MIAMI -- Detroit Lions quarterback Joey Harrington has decided to sign with the Miami Dolphins, his agent said Wednesday, giving the team a backup to new starter Daunte Culpepper.
Harrington, drafted No. 3 overall in 2002, was 18-37 as a starter with the Lions under three coaches: Marty Mornhinweg, Steve Mariucci and Dick Jauron.
The Lions are certain to part with Harrington before June 15, when he is due a $4 million bonus.
cbs.sportsline.com /nfl/story/9386380/rss   (528 words)

  
 Detroit Lions Site: Joey Harrington
Harrington set Lions’ rookie single-season passing records in yards (2,294), TD's (12), attempts (429) and completions (215).
One of the first organizations benefiting from the Harrington Family Foundation is the Shriners Hospital for Children in his hometown of Portland, Ore.
Harrington, along with his Challenge Team made up of local Boys and Girls Club supporters, pledged to donate to the Clubs for every touchdown that he passed or ran during the 2004 NFL season.
www.detroitlions.com /bio.cfm?bio_id=38&season=7   (2241 words)

  
 The Joey Harrington Era Ends « The Wages of Wins Journal
Chuck Long (1987-88): Like Joey Harrington, Long was a first round draft choice expected to lead the Lions to much success.
Joey Harrington (2002-2005): After Batch the Lions turned to Harrington.
Harrington never posted an above average season, although he came close in 2004.
dberri.wordpress.com /2006/05/13/the-joey-harrington-era-ends   (1135 words)

  
 Joey Harrington Wishes His Dad Would Die   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
Joey Harrington wishes that his Dad would do him a favor and drop dead.
Joey is currently hanging onto his job as the Detroit Lions’ starting quarterback by the barest of threads, and could really use a breakout game to get confidence back on his side.
Harrington simply wants some of that inspiration, if only for one game, to justify his coach’s continued faith in him.
www.glossynews.com /artman/publish/printer_joey-harrington-wishes-dad-die-1068.shtml   (584 words)

  
 Joey Harrington Stats, Statistics and Fantasy News - RotoWire.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
Harrington completed 16 of 32 passes for 137 yards, three touchdowns, and two interceptions in the Dolphins' 31-13 victory over the Bears on Sunday.
Harrington threw for 266 yards with a touchdown and pair of interceptions in Sunday's 20-17 loss to the Jets.
Harrington will start again for the Dolphins as they face the Jets on Sunday, the Miami Herald reports.
www.rotowire.com /football/player.htm?id=2475   (231 words)

  
 Phil Simms: 'I'm not a Joey Harrington basher' (via CobWeb/3.1 planet03.csc.ncsu.edu)   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
Dolphins quarterback Joey Harrington still is taking the brunt of what went wrong in Detroit, but NFL analyst Phil Simms came to his defense Monday night.
Joe Harrington is going to do just fine as soon as he's settled in to everything and has a few weeks of practice, and I think we have a bye next week.
Joey is much better and with a few games under his belt and more practice with the 1st team, the OFFENSE will be better across the board.
www.topix.net.cob-web.org:8888 /forum/sports/T5OH9QVBHECOGVAMQ   (1498 words)

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