CFL Toronto Argonauts

Argos extend CFL M.O.P. Kerry Joseph

Published on April 23, 2008 under Canadian Football League (CFL)
Toronto Argonauts News Release


Mississauga - Showing its commitment to the quarterback position, the Toronto Argonauts Football Club is pleased to announce that it has extended newly-acquired QB Kerry Joseph, the 2007 CFL Most Outstanding Player and Grey Cup champion, through the 2009 season.

Remarked Kerry Joseph, "I am excited about this extension and thankful to the Argonauts organization which has gone above and beyond to get this deal done at a fast pace. Both the Argonauts and the City of Toronto have welcomed me with open arms and I'm looking forward to going out and playing for this organization which has done so much for me. I am so happy to be an Argonaut."

Adam Rita, Argos' VP, Football Operations/General Manager, commented, "This has been one of my better experiences negotiating a contract. Kerry wanted to be here and we wanted him here. We plan on having him be a part of the Argos for awhile. This cements the best 1-2 combination at the quarterback position in the league."

Toronto Argonauts' Head Coach Rich Stubler added, "I am ecstatic that we are able to extend the MOP of the Canadian Football League for another year. Kerry brings a great passion and an everyday work ethic to our football team. We are very happy that he has decided to extend with us through 2009."

Kerry Joseph

Quarterback

6'2", 210 lbs.

McNeese State

Born: October 4, 1973

New Iberia, Louisiana

1st Year Argos / 6th Year CFL

Import

Acquired: Extended his contract with Toronto on April 23, 2008. Acquired in a March 6, 2008 trade with the Saskatchewan Roughriders, along with Saskatchewan's 3rd round pick in the 2010 CFL Draft, in exchange for OT Glenn January and DL Ronald Flemons and the Argos' 2008 first round draft pick and 2010 second round draft pick.

2007: Named CFL Most Outstanding Player, CFL All-Star and West Division All-Star for the first time in his career...Named CFLPA Pro Player of the Year...Had a career-year, completing 267 passes for 4,002 yards (LG 72) and 24 touchdowns...Also added 737 yards (LG 37) and 13 touchdowns on 90 carries...Week 15, recorded a season-best 392 passing yards and 4 touchdowns after completing 18 of 28 passes in win over Hamilton...Named CFL Offensive Player of the Week in Weeks 2,10 and 14...2007 Playoffs Started at QB in West Semi-Final win over Calgary, passing for 391 yards and rushed for 109 more in the 'Riders first home playoff game in 30 years...Started at QB and passed for 209 yards and 2 touchdowns in West Final win over B.C...Led the Roughriders to their first Grey Cup berth in 10 years...2007 Grey Cup Championship Started at QB and passed for 181 yards and rushed for 101 en route to leading Saskatchewan to their first Grey Cup since 1989.

2006: Selected in the 1st round (1st overall) by the Saskatchewan Roughriders (CFL) in the 2006 CFL Dispersal Draft (Ottawa)...Earned Presidents' Ring Award for having exceptional motivational and leadership skills on and off the field...Dressed in all 18 regular season contests, starting 14 at QB in his first season in Saskatchewan...Finished the season 267 of 463 for 3,489 yards (LG 65) and 22 touchdowns...Also rushed 91 times for 583 yards and 4 touchdowns... Week 3, completed 28 of 39 passes for 334 yards and 3 touchdowns...Week 5, completed 26 of 38 passes for 405 yards and 1 touchdown...2006 Playoffs Made his CFL playoff debut, starting at QB, going 17 of 31 for 180 yards and 1 touchdown in West Semi-Final win over Calgary...Started at QB and completed 15 of 23 passes for 210 yards and 1 touchdown in West Championship versus B.C.

2005: Started all 18 games for Ottawa at QB and became only the third player in CFL history to exceed 4,000 passing yards and 1,000 rushing yards...Finished the season completing 337 of 537 passes for 4,466 yards and 25 touchdowns...Also added a franchise record 1,006 yards and 9 touchdowns on 153 carries...Week 18, rushed for 64 yards to surpass the 1,000-rushing yard plateau versus Toronto (05/11/05).

2004: Started the first 12 games of the season at QB, before missing the remaining 6 due to injury...Named CFL Offensive Player of the Week in Week 3...Finished the season completing 197 of 317 passes for 2,762 yards and 13 touchdowns...Also rushed 57 times for 418 yards and 4 touchdowns.

2003: Signed as a free agent with the Ottawa Renegades (CFL) in April...Dressed for all 18 games, starting the remaining 16 after taking over as the starting QB...Made CFL debut on (01/07/03) vs Calgary when he relieved Dan Crowley in second half...Threw first CFL TD pass to Demetris Bendross in fourth quarter (01/07/03)...Finished the season 269 of 475 for 3,694 yards and 19 touchdowns and also rushed for 616 yards and 6 touchdowns on 82 carries...Became only the 5th QB in CFL history to pass for a touchdown in 15 straight games (joining Sam Etcheverry, Doug Flutie, Joe Kapp and Khari Jones).

2002: Released by Seattle in April.

2001: Dressed in 8 regular season contests with Seattle as a safety, finishing the season with 6 defensive tackles and 1 QB sack.

2000: Played in all 16 regular season games with Seattle, starting 10 at safety...Recorded 58 defensive tackles (45 solo).

1999: Played in all 16 regular season games with Seattle, starting 4 at safety...Registered 28 tackles (21 solo) and 3 interceptions for 82 yards.

1998: Began the year with the Rhein Fire (NFLE), starting 11 games at safety and recorded 3 interceptions to accompany 41 defensive tackles...Helped the fire capture a World Bowl Championship...Signed with the Seattle Seahawks (NFL) just prior to training camp...Dressed in 16 games, starting 4 at safety, and recorded 21 tackles (20 solo).

1997: Began the year as the London Monarchs' (NFLE) starting QB, completing 26 of 69 passes for 263 yards and rushed 10 times for 73 yards...Spent a brief period as slotback with the Washington Redskins (NFL).

1996: Signed as an undrafted free agent with the Cincinnati Bengals (NFL) and attended training camp...Spent entire season as third string QB.

College: Played four seasons at McNeese State from 1992 through 1995...Led the team to a 42-11 overall record and two Southland Conference championships...Named both conference and school MVP in his senior year.

Personal: An all-around gifted athlete, Kerry enjoys playing golf and works as a personal trainer in Orlando, Florida for a good portion of his off-season. He also dedicates his time to a host of charities including Athletes in Action and KidSport.

The Toronto Argonauts are North America's oldest professional football club, celebrating their 135th anniversary in 2008. As Toronto's #1 community team through player involvement, community programs and The Argos Foundation, the Toronto Argonauts, a member of the Canadian Football League (CFL), have 15 Grey Cup championships to their credit. The Toronto Argonauts are privately-owned by two Toronto-based businessmen. For 2008 season ticket packages, group sales and the Buffalo Bills in Toronto offer, please contact the sales team at (416) 341-ARGO. For more information on the Toronto Argonauts Football Club, please visit www.argonauts.ca.

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