Eskimos acquire Goss from Hamilton
Published on February 13, 2007 under Canadian Football League (CFL)
Edmonton Elks News Release
(Edmonton) The Edmonton Eskimos announced today they have acquired import defensive back Jason Goss from the Hamilton Tiger-Cats in exchange for import wide receiver Richard Alston, non-import wide receiver Nicolas Bisaillon, the negotiation rights to quarterback Timmy Chang and a 2nd round selection in the 2007 CFL Canadian Draft which Edmonton acquired in exchange for OL Glen Carson from Toronto last month.
Goss has played three seasons in the CFL, all for the Tiger-Cats. He has totaled 89 defensive tackles, ten special teams tackles, one quarterback sack, nine interceptions and four touchdowns.
Eskimo Head Coach Danny Maciocia says, "Jason Goss is without question one of the CFL's premier defensive backs. He's a talented, multi-dimensional player who should make a significant impact with our team."
Jason Goss
DB
(Import)
Texas Christian University
Born: October 4, 1979 - Fort Worth, TX
Height: 5'10 Weight: 185
Yrs. Esks 1st
Yrs. CFL 4th
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