Roland Harper was born in Seguin, Texas, and came out of Captain Shreve High School in Shreveport, Louisiana. From there his career ran through college football at Louisiana Tech and the 1975 NFL Draft, where the Chicago Bears took him in the 17th round.
He was selected in the 17th round (No. 420 overall) of the 1975 NFL Draft. His professional career included the Chicago Bears.
Pro career
- Chicago Bears (1975–1982)
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Questions about this player
What high school did Roland Harper go to?
Roland Harper played high school football at Captain Shreve High School in Shreveport, Louisiana (Caddo Parish).
Is Roland Harper from Shreveport?
Roland Harper played high school football in the Shreveport–Bossier area, at Captain Shreve High School in Shreveport; he was born in Seguin, Texas.
Where did Roland Harper play college football?
Roland Harper played college football at Louisiana Tech.
When was Roland Harper drafted?
Roland Harper was drafted in the 17th round, No. 420 overall, of the 1975 NFL Draft by the Chicago Bears.
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