Lions to Re-Sign CFL Most Outstanding Lineman Jovan Olafioye
Published on February 15, 2013 under Canadian Football League (CFL)
B.C. Lions News Release
(Vancouver) The BC Lions Football Club is pleased to announce that the CFL's reigning Most Outstanding Lineman Jovan Olafioye has agreed to terms on re-signing with the team.
"Having Jovan under contract is an extremely important step forward for our team in 2013," said vice president of football operations and GM Wally Buono. "Protecting the quarterback is a top priority and Jovan's presence on our line is a big part of our offensive success."
Anchoring the Lions offensive line from his right tackle position, Jovan appeared in all 18 regular season games last year for a third consecutive campaign. A big part of the Lions' league-low of 30 sacks against in 2012, he earned CFL All-Star honours for a second-straight year, West Division All-Star kudos for a third year in a row and his first selection as the CFL's Most Outstanding Lineman after being runner-up to the award in 2011.
"Jovan is a dominant player in this league and his ability to both protect the quarterback and be an effective run-blocker is unmatched," said Lions head coach Mike Benevides.
Jovan Olafioye - 63
Right Tackle
North Carolina Central
Ht: 6.06 Wt: 325
Born: Dec. 16, 1987 - Detroit, MI
Yrs with Lions: 3
Yrs in CFL: 3
Games played: 54
Playoff games: 3
Grey Cup: 1
The BC Lions celebrate 60 Seasons of Pride in 2013. For season ticket information call 604.589.ROAR. For more information on the BC Lions Football Club visit bclions.com. -30- About the BC Lions Football Club The BC Lions Football Club is British Columbia's most successful professional sports organization with six Grey Cup titles to their credit: 1964, 1985, 1994, 2000, 2006 and 2011. Drawing on pride, decades of tradition, passion and a spirit of excellence, the BC Lions Football Club seeks to touch the lives of our community in a positive way and is dedicated to serving partners, sponsors, and fans.
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