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Ed Jasper, former Troup, A&M, NFL football standout, passes away

Jasper was known for his intense play on the football field as a defensive lineman and his nice, affable nature off the field.

TROUP, Texas — Ed Jasper, the former All-East Texas standout as a Troup Tiger who went on to star at Texas A&M and play in the NFL, has passed away, family and friends confirmed on Friday.

He was 49.

Jasper was known for his intense play on the football field as a defensive lineman and his nice, affable nature off the field.

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