R.I.P. Dave Herman

1978 Profile: John Ebersole

Middle Linebacker

No. 55

Penn State

"An intelligent player who is equally effective against the pass and the run, John is a tough performer who will play when hurt. He has been a Jets' regular for five years.

John owns his own beverage company."

-1978 Topps No. 41

R.I.P. Jim Sweeney

R.I.P. Marvin Powell

1978 Profile: Scott Dierking

Running Back

No. 25

Purdue

"The Jets' second-leading rusher in 1977, Scott is adept at running inside and getting to the outside when called upon. His forte is that he hits the line quickly and keeps his feet moving for extra yardage. Scott is a real hustler who can play on specialty teams.

He was an All-Big Ten choice and team MVP and co-captain at Purdue. Scott was Illinois state wrestling champion as a high school senior."

-1978 Topps No. 206

R.I.P. Ernie Zampese

1978 Profile: Darrell Austin

Guard

No. 67

South Carolina

"Darrell fits the traditional coaches' description of 'hard-nosed.' He is a strong, straight-ahead blocker. He's good on running blocks and he's developing into an outstanding pass protector.

Darrell started 11 games for the Jets in 1976, seven at right guard and four at center.

He started every game for three years at South Carolina. Darrell played offensive tackle as a sophomore, defensive tackle as a junior and offensive tackle during his senior season.

Darrell's father is a deputy sheriff."

-1978 Topps No. 61