John Bender (gridiron football)

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John Bender
Born: (1987-03-09) March 9, 1987 (age 33)
Three Hills, Alberta
Career information
CFL status National
Position(s) OL
Height6 ft 8 in (203 cm)
Weight325 lb (147 kg)
College Nevada
CFL draft 2010 / Round: 3 / Pick: 17
Drafted by Calgary Stampeders
Career history
As player
2011 Calgary Stampeders
Career stats
  • Playing stats at CFL.ca (archive)

John Bender (born March 9, 1987) is a professional Canadian football offensive lineman who is currently a free agent. He most recently played for the Calgary Stampeders of the Canadian Football League. He was drafted 17th overall by the Stampeders in the 2010 CFL Draft and signed a contract with the team on May 10, 2011 after finishing his college eligibility. [1] He played college football for the Nevada Wolf Pack.

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