AL HR447

Congratulates Roman Harper of the New Orleans Saints as the first former Prattville High School athlete to participate in the Super Bowl on February 7, 2010.

Recognizes Harper's college career at University of Alabama as a four-year contributor and three-year starter, earning All-Southeastern Conference honors as junior and senior and recording 302 total tackles, five interceptions, 3.5 sacks, four fumble recoveries, and five forced fumbles.

Honors Harper's NFL career with the New Orleans Saints after being drafted in the second round, noting his 319 tackles, 6.5 sacks, three interceptions, and 21 pass defenses over four years, including eight tackles in the Saints' 31-17 Super Bowl victory over the Indianapolis Colts.

Acknowledges Harper's community pride and family values, including wearing his late father's jersey number 41 both in college and professionally.

Extends the Alabama House of Representatives' heartfelt good wishes for all his future endeavors.