New Power offensive lineman ready to boss opponents around.

It's time for the Power offensive line to get bossy with the opposition.

Joe "The Boss" Blanks, a 6'4" 330 guard from Erie is ready to shine this season for the Power.

The former Winston-Salem State and Cathedral Prep standout played for the Erie Explosion last season and was a major cog on an offensive line that helped protect SIFL MVP Adam DiMichele. 

Blanks spent five weeks on the roster of the Dallas Vigilantes before leaving to join Erie.  After Erie's season ended in the first round of the SIFL playoffs, Blanks was signed by the Cleveland Gladiators.

He played one game for the Gladiators before injury cut his promising season short.

He's a dominating, athletic big man who will play guard this season.  If the name Blanks sounds familiar, you may also have heard of his uncle Billy Blanks of "Tae-Bo" fame. 

I asked Joe if he had anything to say to the fans of Pittsburgh.  "I'm happy to have found a new home and I am ready to dominate this year," said Blanks.

Welcome to Pittsburgh Joe, you'll find a great home here in the Steel City.