KENT, Ohio — Kent State is retiring NFL star linebacker James Harrison’s jersey.

The form,er Steeler, now with Cincinnati, will be honored during the Golden Flashes’ season opener Thursday night against Liberty. Harrison, who wore No. 16, is the fifth Kent State player to have his jersey retired, joining Jim Corrigall, Hall of Famer Jack Lambert, Eric Wilkerson and Josh Cribbs.

Harrison’s parents will be presented with a framed No. 16 jersey on his behalf.

Harrison donated $100,000 to his alma mater last year.