Soul Adds Bulk on Offensive Line from Dallas
October 24, 2011 - Arena Football League (AFL)
Philadelphia Soul News Release
PHILADELPHIA (October 24, 2011) - The Philadelphia Soul announce the signings of offensive linemen Zipp Duncan (6'5, 315, Kentucky) and Christian Johnson (6'4, 330, Kentucky) to the team's 2012 roster. The former Wildcats' teammates now makes it a total of seven former members of the Dallas Vigilantes' team from last season - including former head coach Clint Dolezel, who is the Soul's assistant head coach and offensive coordinator.
"These are two very significant signings for us," said Soul general manager Tom Goodhines. "Zipp and Christian are important pieces as we build a solid offensive line to protect our quarterback. Both guys bring winning attitudes that will be contagious for the entire team."
"Zipp and Christian are both big bodies that will keep our quarterbacks off the turf," said Soul head coach Doug Plank. "Their familiarity with and understanding of their blocking schemes in Clint's offensive system will be a major plus for us. Our coaches and front office continue to show we are 'all in' this season with the goal of winning the ArenaBowl."
Duncan is a former tight end converted into an offensive lineman. During his four seasons at Kentucky (2005-08), he played in 38 career games while starting 26 consecutive games. He was a First-Team All-State as a senior at Elizabethtown, KY high school, including being a three-year starter and receiving three consecutive selections on the All-District and All-Area teams.
Johnson appeared in three games last season with Dallas. During his time at Kentucky (2005-08), he appeared in 36 games while earning the starting nod 15 times. His high-school career at West Potomac, Alexandria, VA included earning All-Metro honors for the District of Columbia Area, and a two-year All-District pick.
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