John George Roman (born August 31, 1952) is a former professional

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in the

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(NFL). He played seven seasons for the

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(1976–1982).John Roma

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. Accessed March 10, 2025. "Born: August 31, 1952 in Ventnor City, NJ (Age: 72-191d)... High School: Holy Spirit (NJ)" Born in

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, and raised in nearby

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, Roman played prep football at Holy Spirit High School and then played collegiately for the

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team. A resident of

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indicted him into its sports hall of fame in 1994.Hilt, Ed
"Holy Spirit's Roman enters Idaho State U. sports hall of fame"
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. " John Roman, a former Holy Spirit High School standout who played nine years in the National Football League, was recently inducted into the Idaho State University Sports Hall of Fame. Roman, who resides in Hamilton, had his best years in the NFL from 1976 to 1982 when he played offensive tackle with the Jets."

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