11 RedBlacks Named to CFL East All-Star Team
Published on November 7, 2018 under Canadian Football League (CFL)
Ottawa RedBlacks News Release
OTTAWA - Eleven Ottawa REDBLACKS have been named to the CFL's East Division all-star team, it was announced Wednesday.
After finishing first in the East in the regular season, the REDBLACKS are well-represented on all three sides of the ball on the all-star squad, including sweeping all three special teams positions.
The REDBLACKS on the all-star team include:
OFFENCE
Running back William Powell
Had a career high 1,362 rushing yards in 16 games this season, along with six touchdowns.
Receiver Brad Sinopoli
Recorded his fourth-straight season with at least 1,000 yards with 1,376 while setting the CFL record for completions by a Canadian with 116.
Receiver Greg Ellingson
Also had his fourth-straight thousand-yard campaign, with 1,086 yards on 91 catches, along with five touchdowns.
Offensive lineman SirVincent Rogers
The veteran left tackle was his usual steady presence anchoring the Ottawa offensive line, starting 17 games.
Offensive lineman Alex Mateas
After making the move to centre last year, Mateas solidified his grasp on the role in 2018, while playing in 17 games.
DEFENCE
Defensive lineman A.C. Leonard
A key off-season signing for the REDBLACKS, Leonard had a career-high 49 defensive tackles and six sacks this season.
Defensive back Jonathan Rose
The third-year REDBLACK had 45 defensive tackles and was tied for the league-lead with five interceptions.
Defensive back Rico Murray
The first-year REDBLACK had 55 defensive tackles and was tied with Jonathan Rose with five interceptions.
Special Teams
Kicker Lewis Ward
Turned heads throughout the CFL as the rookie REDBLACKS kicker set the all-time professional football record for consecutive field-goal completions, finishing the year with 48-straight.
Punter Richie Leone
Leone's accurate leg helped the REDBLACKS dictate field position for much of the season. Leone was also a key part of Lewis Ward's record year as the kicker's holder.
Returner Diontae Spencer
The speedy receiver was at a threat every time he was kicked, finishing the year with 849 punt return yards and 815 yards on kickoff returns.
The Division All-Stars were selected by members of the Football Reporters of Canada (FRC) and CFL head coaches. The CFL league-wide all-stars will be announced in December.
These all-stars will be in action on Sunday, November 18 at 1 p.m. when they host the East Division semi-final at TD Place. Great seats are still available and are available, calling 613.232.6767 X1 or in person at the Box Office at TD Place.
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