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References
- ↑ "Esks agree to terms with 2011 draft class". Edmonton Eskimos. May 31, 2011. Archived from the original on June 4, 2011.
- ↑ "Eskimo Transactions – Sunday, June 17 | Edmonton Eskimos". www.esks.com. Archived from the original on 2012-06-20.
