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| Born: | November 5, 1952 Ottawa, Ontario, Canada |
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| Career information | |
| CFL status | National |
| Position(s) | DB |
| Height | 6 ft 0 in (183 cm) |
| Weight | 180 lb (82 kg) |
| Career history | |
| As player | |
| 1974–1980 | Ottawa Rough Riders |
| 1981 | Winnipeg Blue Bombers |
| Career highlights and awards | |
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