UMD Football’s Pitz & Williams Named to East-West Shrine Bowl 1000 Watchlist

The selections serve as a preview of who could suit up in the East-West Shrine Bowl.

DULUTH, Minn.- Two UMD football players have landed on the East-West Shrine Bowl 1000 Watchlist.

Graduate Tight End Sam Pitz and sixth-year offensive lineman Aiden Williams were each recognized, becoming the first known Bulldogs to be honored in the preseason by the annual all-star game.

Pitz is a three-time NSIC all conference selection, including two first-team nods.

Meanwhile, Williams is a two-time All NSIC 2nd team honoree.

The selections serve as a preview of who could suit up in the East-West Shrine Bowl.