Blue Bombers Sign Defensive End McCalister

Published on August 20, 2019 under Canadian Football League (CFL)
Winnipeg Blue Bombers News Release

WINNIPEG, MB. - The Winnipeg Blue Bombers today announce the club has signed American defensive end Alex McCalister.

McCalister (6'6, 240, Florida, October 17, 1993 in Fort Stewart, GA.) was with the team throughout 2019 training camp. He played three seasons for the Florida Gators, tallying 52 total tackles, 18.5 tackles for a loss, 12.5 sacks and two forced fumbles in 27 games. McCalister was selected in the 7th round of the 2016 NFL Draft by the Philadelphia Eagles and spent time on the Eagles practice squad during the 2017 season. He also spent time with the Washington Redskins.

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