Jim Harlan came out of C. E. Byrd High School in Shreveport, Louisiana, his hometown. From there his career ran through college football at Howard Payne and the 1977 NFL Draft, where the Washington Redskins took him in the sixth round.
He was selected in the 6th round (No. 155 overall) of the 1977 NFL Draft. His professional career included the Washington Redskins.
Pro career
- Washington Redskins (1978)
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Questions about this player
What high school did Jim Harlan go to?
Jim Harlan played high school football at C. E. Byrd High School in Shreveport, Louisiana (Caddo Parish).
Is Jim Harlan from Shreveport?
Yes. Jim Harlan was born in Shreveport, Louisiana and played high school football at C. E. Byrd High School.
Where did Jim Harlan play college football?
Jim Harlan played college football at Howard Payne.
When was Jim Harlan drafted?
Jim Harlan was drafted in the 6th round, No. 155 overall, of the 1977 NFL Draft by the Washington Redskins.
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