defensed. He was released on August 30, 2005. Dallas Cowboys On September 5, 2005, he was signed as a free agent by the Dallas Cowboys. He was a backup behind Roy Williams and Keith Davis, playing mostly as a nickel safety and special teams player. He appeared in 16 games and posted 22 defensive tackles. On September 2, 2006, he was released after being passed on the depth chart by rookie Pat Watkins. Toronto Argonauts On February 23, 2007, Pile signed with the Toronto Argonauts of the Canadian Football League and was switched to outside linebacker. He played in 17 games during the 2007 season, registering 76 tackles (third on the team) and 5 sacks. In 2008, he was named the team's top defensive player after leading the defense with 75 tackles, while also adding three interceptions, 2 sacks through 17 games. He was re-signed by the Argonauts on February 16, 2009. In 2009, he played his first full season, amassing 81 tackles, 3 interceptions and one sack. The next year, he received East All-Stars honors, after setting a career-high of 83 tackles, 4 interceptions, 2 sacks, 3 passes defensed, 4 special teams tackles, 2 forced fumbles and 2 fumble recoveries. On May 29, 2012, Pile announced his retirement from professional football, finishing his CFL career 445 tackles, 12 interceptions, 13 forced fumbles and 5 fumble recoveries. References External links Virginia Tech Hokies bio CFL bio Willie Pile's personal bio 1980 births Living people Players of American football from New York City American football safeties American players of Canadian football Virginia Tech Hokies football players Dallas Cowboys players Kansas City Chiefs players Toronto Argonauts players Amsterdam Admirals players Canadian bloggers Male bloggers