Aaron Shawn Harper (born July 9, 1968) is a former

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in the

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(NFL), who played for the

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and appeared on

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's ''

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''.

Football career

Harper was drafted by the

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in the fourth round of the

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. Throughout his career, he played for the Rams, the

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, the

and three years in

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with the

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and

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Personal life

Since 2007 Harper has been a member of the Central Ohio Salvation Army Advisory Board and donated his time to many endeavors of that organization. In 2011 Harper co-chaired the Christmas Kettle volunteer program. Additionally, he has spoken and challenged Salvation Army groups across the country. His company American Service Protection has installed several security systems for Salvation Army facilities as well as provide guard protection for various activities. Harper has a wife and one son. In an interview with

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, Harper gave the following advice: "To that in some instances that you are not disabled, but you are uniquely enabled. You have been called for a particular plan and a particular purpose. You have a calling for a particular season and a particular reason. Embrace who you are; you’re a unique individual. The quest for you is to hook up with your God-given assignment, and live it to its fullest. There you’ll find success and happiness."

References

External links

shawnharper.org
1968 births Living people Players of American football from Columbus, Ohio American football offensive tackles Indiana Hoosiers football players Los Angeles Rams players Indianapolis Colts players Houston Oilers players Amsterdam Admirals players Frankfurt Galaxy players {{offensive-lineman-1960s-stub