He played college football for the Washington State Cougars and was signed by the Miami Dolphins as an undrafted free agent in 2007.

Bruce has also been a member of the Oakland Raiders, Arizona Rattlers, Jacksonville Jaguars, and Florida Tuskers.

Bruce graduated from Liberty Senior High School in 2002 where he earned eight letters competing in basketball and track, along with football.

Bruce was a four-year letterman at Washington State and played in 47 career contests, including34 starts, all coming over his final three seasons.

[1] Bruce played for the Arizona Rattlers of the Arena Football League in 2008, recording eight tackles (three solo) and a pass breakup.