Here are five things you need to know about new center Mike Pouncey, who agreed to terms on a two-year deal with the Chargers on Monday.
- Sunshine State to Golden State – After attending high school and college in Florida and being drafted/playing the last seven seasons with the Miami Dolphins, Pouncey is trading Florida for California. He was a three-time Pro Bowler with Miami and played in all 16 games a year ago.
- Seeing Double– Pouncey has an identical twin brother named Maurkice. Like Mike, Maurkice also plays center, but was drafted by the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2010. The pair has faced off only once in their careers, but will meet again this season when the Chargers and Steelers face off in the fall.
- Middle First Name – Pouncey's first name isn't really Mike. It's actually James: James Michael Pouncey. How did he start going by Mike? Let him tell you for himself: "We give our mom a hard time about it all the time because our first names are actually James and LaShawn," he told USA Today in 2012. "We hated those names growing up, so she finally let us start calling each other Michael and Maurkice, and we just stuck with it our whole lives."
- Fan of the Lake Show – Despite growing up in Florida, Pouncey grew up a fan of the Lakers. Additionally, one of his favorite athletes is Kobe Bryant. Now that he's in L.A., he'll probably be making a couple stops to Staples Center soon.
- Favorite Music Artists & TV Network– A few of Pouncey's favorite musical artists include Lil Wayne, Young Jeezy and Plies. Additionally, he lists Discovery Channel as his favorite channel to watch on TV.
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New York Giants quarterback Geno Smith (3) passes against the Oakland Raiders during the first half of an NFL football game in Oakland, Calif., Sunday, Dec. 3, 2017. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)
Philadelphia Eagles cornerback Jaylen Watkins (26) drops into coverage in action against the New York Jets Thursday September 1, 2016 in Philadelphia, Pa. (Damian Strohmeyer via AP)
Miami Dolphins center Mike Pouncey prepares to snap the ball in action against the Kansas City Chiefs during a NFL football game on Sunday, Dec. 24, 2017, in Kansas City, Mo. The Chiefs won, 29-13. (G. Newman Lowrance via AP)
Philadelphia Eagles kicker Caleb Sturgis (6) kicks the ball during an NFL game against the Washington Redskins on Sunday, December 11, 2016 in Philadelphia. Washington won 27-22. (Peter Read Miller via AP Images)
Denver Broncos tight end Virgil Green (85) runs for yardage after the catch in action against the Indianapolis Colts September 18, 2016 in Denver. (Damian Strohmeyer via AP)
Kansas City Chiefs vs. the Los Angeles Chargers at StubHub Center on Sunday, Sept. 24, 2017. The Chiefs won 24-10.
Oakland Raiders vs. the Los Angeles Chargers at StubHub Center on Sunday, Dec. 31, 2017. The Chargers won 30-10.
New Orleans Saints vs. the Los Angeles Chargers at StubHub Center on Sunday Aug. 20, 2017. The Saints won 13-7.
Oakland Raiders vs. the Los Angeles Chargers at StubHub Center on Sunday, Dec. 31, 2017. The Chargers won 30-10.
Los Angeles Chargers vs. the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium on Thursday, Nov. 23, 2017. The Chargers won 28-6.
Los Angeles Chargers guard Michael Schofield (78) lines up in a two-point stance during a Week 11 NFL game against the Buffalo Bills on Sunday, November 19, 2017, in Carson, Calif. The Chargers defeated the Bills 54-24. (Kevin Terrell via AP)
Denver Broncos vs. the Los Angeles Chargers at StubHub Center on Sunday, Oct. 22, 2017. The Chargers won 21-0.
