My friend and I were having a debate the other day as to the importance of Rick Jones. He says that Rick Jones is no more then a hanger on and lame side kick to heroes like The Hulk and Captain America. That he was not important to the Marvel Universe as a whole. Said he was no better then Snapper Carr.

I dont feel this way. First off I hate Snapper Carr. Second Rick is very important to the Marvel Universe. He is the reason the The Hulk was created in the first place. He then formed the Teen Brigade that helped Hulk in Many adventures. I will say his time with Captain America isnt really all that important as he didnt do much other then try to become a second rate Bucky. But his time with Captain Marvel was essential. He also stopped the Skrull Kree War.

So where does Rick Jones rank in your overall view of importance in the Marvel Universe?