John Joseph "Harp" Vaughan (November 19, 1903 – December 26, 1978) was an American professional football back who played two seasons with the Pittsburgh Pirates of the National Football League (NFL).

John Joseph Vaughan was born on November 19, 1903, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

[2] Vaughan signed with the Pittsburgh Pirates of the National Football League in 1933.

[1] Vaughan served in the United States Army.

[2] He was later a high school and college football official.