While he never became a full-time starter in the backfield, Harper still made a massive impact for the Jets on special teams, becoming the most prolific return man in franchise history.
An undrafted free agent in 1977 out of Kutztown (PA), Harper made an immediate impact for the Jets, leading the NFL in kick return yardage in each of his first three seasons in the league. He also led the league in all-purpose yards in two of his first four seasons.
Harper spent all seven of his NFL seasons with the Gang Green, and still ranks No.