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Very emotional signing today for the Bucs. Coach Schiano coached LeGrand at Rutgers who had a severe spinal injury during his Junior season.
Source: NFL: Bucs sign Rutgers DT Eric LeGrand » Naples Daily News
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers announced today that they signed college free agent DT Eric LeGrand.
LeGrand joins the Buccaneers from Rutgers University, where he played in 31 games. During his time with the Scarlet Knights, he recorded 60 tackles, 11 tackles for loss, 2.5 sacks and three fumble recoveries, before his playing career ended prematurely. . .
"Leading up to the draft, I couldn't help but think that this should've been Eric's draft class," said Coach Schiano. "This small gesture is the least we could do to recognize his character, spirit, and perseverance. The way Eric lives his life epitomizes what we are looking for in Buccaneer Men."
Source: NFL: Bucs sign Rutgers DT Eric LeGrand » Naples Daily News