Erasmus James Signs with New Mexico Stars
January 20, 2012 - Indoor Football League (IFL)
New Mexico Stars News Release
(Rio Rancho, NM) The New Mexico Stars announced today that they have signed Erasmus James, University of Wisconsin Alumni and former NFL first-round pick, to a contract to play on the defensive line for the New Mexico IFL Franchise.
"We are excited that we were able to sign a former NCAA All-American to our football team," said Stars Head Coach Chris Williams. "He has all the tools to be the most dominant defensive lineman in the IFL."
Erasmus James' intensity and explosive talent was best displayed during his Senior season at the University of Wisconsin during the 2004 season when he recorded 36 tackles (11.5 tackles for loss), 8 sacks, and 2 forced fumbles. James was recognized for he efforts when he was named as a First-team All-American, First-team All-Big Ten, the Big Ten Defense Lineman of the Year, the Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year, and the Bill Willis Award given annually to the Nation's Top Collegiate Defensive Lineman.
The Stars also announced today that they will be holding their second open tryout at the Rio Rancho Rams Field on Saturday, December 3 at 9 a.m. with check in starting at 8 a.m. Potential players are asked to pre-register at www.newmexicostars.com for a $50 cash fee and walk ups can register the day of for a $60 cash fee. There will also be a tryout taking place on Saturday, December 10 in Tucson, Arizona at La Paloma Academy. For more information on the out-of-state tryout please visit www.newmexicostars.com.
Season tickets for the seven game home schedule, priced at $56, $105, $175, and $350 are available now by calling 505-891-7318.
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