Thundering past his opponents and tearing up pitches across the country, to say Michael Pierce is a towering presence in the world of Football would be an understatement. It appears that Pierce was always destined to be an athletic star even from a young age. As a teenager, Pierce attended Daphne High School in his home state of Alabama where he was a letterman for two years running, facilitating the school team’s numerous football triumphs. Winning accolades such as Defensive Player of the Year, MVP of the State Championship and competing in the All-State and All-District tournaments as part of the first team marked the start of Pierce’s illustrious career. Whilst majoring in Public Administration at the University of Samford, Pierce was turning heads with his deft skill and unpassable defense. During his college career, he squatted a mean 725 pounds and secured his beloved moniker, Juggernaut,
However, it is Pierce’s career in the NFL in which the athlete has reached his prime by maturing in confidence and ability. During his time as a college student, Pierce was signed by the Baltimore Ravens for a stint that would last a glorious four years. Although his teammates and fans were sad to see him go, Pierce signed a three year contact with the Minnesota Vikings as their defensive tackle in 2020. Despite not being able to play for the team yet due to complications regarding the Covid-19 pandemic, Pierce has been training harder than ever to ensure nothing gets past him when he returns to the pitch. In his spare time, Pierce dedicates his energies to numerous charitable causes. Most important is Pierce’s determination to inspire and support the next generation of football stars through his mentor schemes. Pierce’s indomitable skill and humble compassion marks him as a truly great sportsman