Eskimos draft DE Braidwood first overall

Published on April 20, 2006 under Canadian Football League (CFL)
Edmonton Elks News Release

(Edmonton) Today the Edmonton Eskimos drafted DE Adam Braidwood out of Washington State as their first pick (1st overall) in the 2006 Canadian College Draft. In his 48 games as a Cougar he racked up 90 defensive tackles, 13.5 sacks and three forced fumbles. Adam was All-Pac 10 Freshman, co-winner of the Leon Bender Defensive Lineman-of-the-Year Award in 2004 and won the Tim Petek Strongest Man Award two straight years at WSU. He attended Seaquam High School in Delta, B.C.

Eskimo Defensive Line coach Dennis Winston says, "He was the pick we wanted from the start. We researched him, talked to his coaches and found out he is just what we need."

"This is a great day," says Braidwood. "I am looking forward to going to the Eskimos. They have a great program and a winning tradition. Being the first overall pick in the CFL Draft is an honour and shows a lot of respect. I'm excited to get up there soon and make an impact on the team any way I can."

Adam Braidwood

DE

(Non-Import)

Washington State

Born: June 1, 1984 - Delta, B.C.

Height: 6-4 Weight: 264

Acquired: Drafted in the first round (1st overall) in the 2006 CFL Canadian College Draft.

For more information on the 2005 Grey Cup champion Edmonton Eskimos log on to www.esks.com.

Canadian Football League Stories from April 20, 2006

• Big Day for the Big Blue - Winnipeg Blue Bombers
• CFL Off-Season Transactions - CFL
• CFL Announces 2006 Canadian Draft Results - CFL
• Alouettes acquire Nealon Greene - Montreal Alouettes
• Bombers pleased with Draft Day picks - Winnipeg Blue Bombers
• Bombers acquire Malveaux - Winnipeg Blue Bombers
• Eskimos select eight players in 2006 CFL Canadian College Draft - Edmonton Elks
• Argos draft six in 2006 - Toronto Argonauts
• Alouettes select Eric Deslauriers in first round - Montreal Alouettes
• Eskimos draft DE Braidwood first overall - Edmonton Elks
• Argos take DT Daniel Federkeil with first pick - Toronto Argonauts
• CFL Announces First Round Selections of the 2006 CFL Canadian Draft - CFL
• Edmonton Selects Braidwood as First Overall Pick in 2006 CFL Canadian Draft - CFL

The opinions expressed in this release are those of the organization issuing it, and do not necessarily reflect the thoughts or opinions of OurSports Central or its staff.

Other Recent Edmonton Elks Stories

• Elks, 880 CHED Extend Radio Partnership Deal for the Next Three Years
• Elks to Honour Dwayne Mandrusiak's 50 Seasons of Service
• Elks Add a Pair of Offensive Linemen
• Elks, Federated Co-Operatives Limited, Announce Community & Ticketing Partnership
• Elks Add National Defensive Back Tyshon Blackburn