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Pierre Desir

  • Class
    2013
  • Induction
    2019
  • Sport(s)
    Football
Desir was a member of the football team during the 2012 and 2013 seasons. During his two-year playing career at Lindenwood, Desir was recognized as a two-time AFCA All-American, a two-time all-region performer, and a two-time first-team all-MIAA selection. Following his senior season, Desir won the Cliff Harris Award in 2013 which is given to the nation's top defensive player among the NCAA Division II, NCAA Division III, and NAIA.  A native of St. Charles, Mo., Desir registered 13 interceptions and 30 defended passes in his two seasons as a Lion. Desir owns the single-season program record of nine interceptions, and ranks second all-time in program history with his 13 career interceptions. Desir became the first Lindenwood football player to earn in invitations to the Senior Bowl and NFL Scouting Combine, and in May of 2014 he became the first Lion to be selected in the NFL Draft.
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