Firebirds Add Former Pitt Standout to Roster
Published on November 21, 2002 under American Hockey League (AHL)
Springfield Falcons News Release
INDIANAPOLIS -- The Indiana Firebirds of the Arena Football League have signed former University of Pittsburgh quarterback David Priestley to a one-year deal. Terms for the deal were not disclosed. Priestley is 4th on Pitt's all-time passing list having thrown for 4,553 yards.
While at Pittsburgh, Priestley (6-4, 215) completed 314-of-543 (57.8%) pass attempts while throwing 29 touchdown passes. During his senior campaign, Priestley averaged 193.5 passing yards per game, which ranked second in the Big East. In 2001, Priestley led the Panthers to a berth in the Florida Tangerine Bowl, where they defeated NC State 34-19. Priestley was involved in a six-game winning streak to end his collegiate career, where he completed over 60 percent of his passes, throwing for 1,197 yards and 13 touchdowns. At one point during that season Priestley completed 135 pass attempts without throwing an interception.
Priestley was signed by the NFL's Buffalo Bills last April as an un-drafted free agent but was released prior to the beginning of the season.
"David Priestley is a good quarterback and we are excited to have him on our roster," said Firebirds head coach Mike Dailey. "David is a great prospect and we are looking forward to working with him."
The 2003 season marks the historic debut of the AFL on NBC. The network will broadcast 71 games next season, including all playoff games and ArenaBowl XVII on June 22. The Firebirds kick off the 2003 regular season on Sunday, February 2nd on the road against the Detroit Fury. The Birds home opener is slated for Sunday, February, 16th versus the Chicago Rush live on NBC Sports. Firebirds' season tickets for the 2003 season are on sale now and can be purchased by calling a Firebirds' ticket representative at 317.472.8080. Firebirds merchandise is also available at Home Court Gift Shop. For merchandise information, please call 317.917.2755.
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