Esks' Burke back for more
February 6, 2004 - Canadian Football League (CFL)
Edmonton Elks News Release
Edmonton, AB â The 2003 Grey Cup Champion Edmonton Eskimos officially announced today the signing of defensive back Fabian Burke. In keeping with club policy, terms of the deal have not been released.
The 25 year-old is entering his 4th CFL season with the Eskimos. In 2003, Burke appeared in all 18 games for the first time in his career and solidified his role as a trusted back up and special teams player. Setting a career high in tackles (15), Fabian continued to improve in the Eskimo secondary with his best performance coming in Ottawa (July31/03) where he registered 3 defensive tackles and 1 special teams tackle.
"Fabian's importance to our team has been understated but his contributions to our team over the past few years have been significant and we are extremely happy to have him back," said Head Coach Tom Higgins.
Fabian Burke
DB (Non-import)
Born: May 5, 1978 â Kitchener, ON
Toledo
Ht: 5-11 Wt: 185
Yrs Eskimos: 4 Yrs CFL: 4 Yrs Pro: 4
Games Played 2003: 18
Career GP: 42
Acquired: Edmonton's 2nd pick (13th overall) in 2001 CFL Canadian College Draft. Re-signed with Edmonton February 5, 2004
Career Totals (Regular Season)
Tackles: 28
Special Teams Tackles: 7
Interceptions: 1
Pass Knockdowns: 3
Playoffs: GP: 2
Grey Cup: GP: 1 (2003)
The Edmonton Eskimos are the defending 2003 Grey Cup Champions! Edmonton Eskimo 2004 season tickets are now available. Call (780) 448-ESKS or 1-800-667-3757 to get yours today! For more information on the Edmonton Eskimo Football Club, please visit our web site at www.esks.com.
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