1. Roman Harper was born on December 11,1982 and is an American former professional football player who was a safety in the National Football League.
18 Facts About Roman Harper
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Roman Harper played college football for the Alabama Crimson Tide, and was selected by the New Orleans Saints in the second round of the 2006 NFL draft.
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In 2009, Harper earned his first Pro Bowl invitation and helped lead the Saints to Super Bowl XLIV.
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Roman Harper went to high school in Prattville, Alabama, where he was an outstanding safety and returner for Prattville High School.
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Roman Harper was a first Team All State performer and was selected to the Alabama-Mississippi All-Star Game.
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Roman Harper attended the University of Alabama, and played for the Alabama Crimson Tide football team.
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Roman Harper was a four-year letterman and a three-year starter at safety and finished his college football career with 302 tackles, 5 interceptions, 5 forced fumbles, 4 fumble recoveries, and 3.5 sacks.
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Roman Harper started five games in 2006 but was put on injured reserve on October 10.
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Roman Harper started 16 games in 2007 and 15 games in 2008.
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In 2009, Roman Harper earned his first Pro Bowl berth and helped lead the Saints to their first Super Bowl win in franchise history.
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Roman Harper was released by the Saints on February 12,2014, after eight years with the team.
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On March 15,2014, Roman Harper was signed by the Carolina Panthers.
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Roman Harper won NFC defensive player of the week for his performance in week 17 against division rival Atlanta Falcons.
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Roman Harper recorded 6 tackles, 1 pass defended, and a 31-yard pick six.
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On February 7,2016, Roman Harper was part of the Panthers team that played in Super Bowl 50.
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On June 7,2016, Roman Harper agreed to return to the Saints, where he was expected to play a role in the leadership of the defense while serving as a backup to the Saints' younger safeties.
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Roman Harper signed a one-year, $1.065 million contract with the Saints.
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Roman Harper became a member of School of the Legends in 2010.