CFL Edmonton Elks

Eskimos release Jackie Kellogg

Published on April 2, 2003 under Canadian Football League (CFL)
Edmonton Elks News Release


Edmonton, AB –The Edmonton Eskimos announced today that veteran defensive back Jackie Kellogg has been released.

Kellogg, an 8 year CFL veteran, spent the last two years with the Eskimos. In 2002, Kellogg appeared in 18 regular season games, posting 50 tackles, 1 special teams tackle, 1 INT, 1 sack, and 4 pass knockdowns. In the 2002 CFL West Final, Kellogg finished with 4 defensive tackles. A product of Eastern Washington University, Kellogg signed as a free agent with Calgary in 1995 and spent six seasons with the Stampeders (1995-2000). He spent the first three games of 2001 with Calgary and was released. Kellogg signed as a free agent with Edmonton September 8, 2001.

"Jackie brought tremendous dedication and leadership to the Eskimos," said Eskimo Head Coach Tom Higgins. "We wish Jackie and his family all the best in the future."

Jackie Kellogg

DB (Import)

Eastern Washington

Born: March 29, 1971 - Tacoma, WA

Ht: 6-2 Wt: 200

Regular season GP 2002: 18

Career Stats:

Career GP: 103

DT: 234

ST: 24

Sacks: 8

INTs: 27

Playoff GP: 10

Grey Cup GP: 4 (2002 w/Edmonton; 1995, '98, '99 w/Calgary)

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