Bulls Add a Few New Faces to the 2012 Roster

From Greg Auman - As the football season draws ever closer (67 days now) the team is filling out the roster as the incoming freshmen enroll and begin taking classes.  The recruiting class is here but there are also a few walk-ons that should be noted heading into the 2012 season.

Ronald Pierre could make an impact this season on special teams (Picture: Golden West College Athletics)

The first is linebacker Ronald Pierre out of Golden West College of California has joined the team.  The 6-1 235-pound sophomore, older brother and teammate of running back Michael Pierre, will have two years of eligibility starting this fall and could make an immediate impact.  He finished third on his team with 63 tackles, 1 sack, and 1 forced fumble, but stood out in all 3 phases of special teams and boosts that it's a favorite unit to play.  This is a great addition for the team after they lost special teams ace Armando Sanchez in January (graduated).  The Bulls could use a solid, veteran player on special teams and Pierre appears to be the perfect fit for that.  Pierre had offers from ECU, New Mexico, and San Jose State, but playing back home and with his brother won him over.

The other walk-on is tight end Jackson Cannon (6-3 230-pounds) out of Land O'Lakes.  Cannon had an opportunity to play for Appalachian State, but he decided to stay home and play with his childhood team.  Cannon played both sides of the ball during high school, catching 8 passes in his senior season, but recorded 89 tackles and 3.5 sacks at defensive end, but will play offense in college.  He can be used as a tight end or could even move to the H-back position and with seniors Landi, Shields, and Hawkins leaving after this season, he could move his way up the depth chart.  Look for him to possibly redshirt this season.

The Bulls also added a few others to the roster.  Running back Johnny Sitton is back with the team after he transferred a year ago to NAIA Shorter University.  The 5-7 165-pounder had 3 punt returns for 29 yards 2 years ago for the Bulls and will have to sit out the 2012 season before being eligible for his final season.

Quarterbacks Trenton Miller, Tommy Eveld, and offensive lineman Caleb Tucker have also joined the team and will participate with the team in the pre-season camp.  Personally, watching Trenton Miller on tape, he seems to have a very strong arm, quick release, and has a nice touch to the ball.  While he may not be able to win the back-up role, he could challenge Bobby Eveld and should have a solid camp.