No. 17 Winnipeg Blue Bombers | |
Born: | Montreal, Quebec | December 22, 1996
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Career information | |
Status | Active |
CFL status | National |
Position(s) | Linebacker |
Height | 5 ft 10 in (178 cm) |
Weight | 196 lb (89 kg) |
University | Université de Montréal |
CFL Draft | 2021 / Round: 2 / Pick: 16 |
Drafted by | Winnipeg Blue Bombers |
Career history | |
As player | |
2021–present | Winnipeg Blue Bombers |
Career highlights and awards | |
Career stats | |
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