York Lions | |
Born: | Etobicoke, Ontario, Canada | November 15, 1990
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Career information | |
CFL status | National |
Position(s) | DB |
Height | 5 ft 11 in (180 cm) |
Weight | 214 lb (97 kg) |
University | Saint Mary's |
CFL draft | 2015, undrafted |
Drafted by | Hamilton Tiger-Cats |
Career history | |
As coach | |
2024–present | York Lions (Defensive backs coach) |
As player | |
2015–2019 | Hamilton Tiger-Cats |
Career stats | |
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Jonathan Langa (born November 15, 1990) is a Canadian former professional football defensive back who played for the Hamilton Tiger-Cats of the Canadian Football League (CFL). He was selected by the Tiger-Cats in the 3rd round, with the 20th overall pick, of the 2015 CFL draft. He played CIS football for the Saint Mary's Huskies from 2012 to 2014.
155 Total Tackles 2 Quarterback Sacks 2 Forced Fumbles 2 Fumble Recoveries 3 Time AUS All-Star CIS Defensive Player of the Year (2014)
Single season record with 80 tackles in 8 games, set a school record of 13 tackles in a game vs St. Francis Xavier University. [1]
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