Tuesday, February 12, 2008

Soul signs pair of defensive backs

The Philadelphia Soul signed defensive back Reggie Lewis and Rob Keefe on Tuesday.

Lewis, 23, was a starting cornerback for the national champion Florida Gators as a senior, intercepting a pass in the championship game as the Gators rolled to a 41-14 win. He played in 50 games with the Gators, starting 16. He began his collegiate career as a wide receiver, but made the switch to the defensive side of the ball as a junior. The Jacksonville, Florida native ended his collegiate career with 38 tackles, five interceptions and three fumble recoveries. He also had five catches for 27 yards.

Lewis (5’11”, 203 lbs.) also attended training camp with the Buffalo Bills in 2007.

Keefe (6’0”, 190 lbs.) is a veteran of three af2 seasons. Last year, he started all 19 games, postseason included, for the Spokane Shock and recorded 97 tackles, 15 pass breakups and was second in the league with 11 interceptions. He is a two-time first-team All-af2 selection.

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