Eskimos release Cordell Taylor; sign running back
Published on September 3, 2003 under Canadian Football League (CFL)
Edmonton Elks News Release
Edmonton, AB - The Edmonton Eskimos today released defensive back Cordell Taylor and have added non-import running back John Williams to the practice roster.
Taylor appeared in 4 games this season, recording 14 tackles. Taylor signed as a free agent with Edmonton February 13, 2003. He appeared in 12 games for the Esks in 2001.
Cordell Taylor - CFL Career Totals
GP DT ST TT INT PKD FF
16 29 0 29 1 4 2
The Eskimos also announced the signing of former BC Lions running back John Williams. BC's fourth round selection (31st overall) in the 2002 CFL Canadian Draft, the native of Millgrove, Ontario played in 15 regular season games and the CFL West Semi-Final in 2002. Williams played primarily on special teams, posting 8 tackles and 1 fumble recovery. He also recorded 1 carry for 3 yards, 3 kickoff returns for 56 yards and 4 defensive tackles. Williams attended the Lions 2003 training camp and was released.
John Williams
RB (Non-import)
Edinboro
September 23, 1977 - Millgrove, Ontario
Ht: 6-0 Wt: 195
Yrs Esks: 1 Yrs CFL: 2 Yrs Pro: 2
The Eskimos (7-4-0) host the Calgary Stampeders (3-8-0) in Friday night's "Labour Day Rematch" at Commonwealth Stadium at 7:30 pm. Calgary defeated Edmonton 28-22 Monday at McMahon Stadium.
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