John Roper
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Position: LB
Date of Birth: October 4, 1965
Height / Weight: 6'1" / 228 lbs
First Team: CHI (1989)
Last Team: DAL (1993)
Career Summary
Last Updated: February 10, 2025
John Roper - NFL Career Overview
Date of Birth: October 4, 1965Position: Linebacker (LB)
Career Timeline
- Chicago Bears (CHI) - 1989
- Philadelphia Eagles (PHI) - 1990-1991
- Dallas Cowboys (DAL) - 1992-1993
Career Highlights
- Drafted by the Chicago Bears in the 1989 NFL Draft.
- Played a key role on special teams and as a backup linebacker during his time with the Bears.
- Contributed to the Philadelphia Eagles’ defense, appearing in multiple games and showcasing his tackling abilities.
- Joined the Dallas Cowboys, where he was part of a team that achieved significant success in the early 1990s.
Accomplishments
- Roper was known for his versatility as a linebacker, contributing on both defense and special teams.
- While not a Pro Bowl player, he was respected for his work ethic and dedication on the field.
- His tenure with the Cowboys coincided with a successful period for the franchise, including multiple playoff appearances.
Post-NFL
- Details about Roper's life after football are less documented, but he remains a part of the history of the teams he played for.
John Roper's NFL journey, while not filled with personal accolades, highlights the importance of role players in the league and their contributions to team success.
Source: gpt-4o-mini
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