Buche Signed

The Steelers announced the signing of free agent offensive lineman, Bridger Buche. Buche, pronounced Bo-key, was one the top lineman in the MAC. In 2009 he was selected as a preseason honorable mention by Phil Steele and was awarded an Iron Eagle Award in 2011 by EMU staff.

Buche has NFL size, standing 6'3 and weighing in at 305lbs. Even though he started his collegiate career at tight end before being moved to offensive tackle in 2008, Buche became a cog starting 25 of the 30 games he played in. He did miss an the entire 2009 season with a hip injury, but returned to start all twelve games in 2010.

Realistically, Mike Adams, Max Starks and Marcus Gilbert will have roster spots. So, with Willie Colon moving to guard, Buche will compete with Chris Scott and Kyle Jolly for the fourth tackle spot. Jolly has the size and experience with the Steelers, as does Scott, but I don't think you can count out this former EMU Eagle. From the little I've seen of him and from the plethora of things I've read, he has a great motor and is a dependable lineman. We can all agree the Steelers need more of that.

Bridger will wear jersey number 72.