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Eskimos Sign Defensive Back Heard

Published on September 7, 2011 under Canadian Football League (CFL)
Edmonton Elks News Release

(Edmonton) The Edmonton Eskimos have signed free agent defensive back Denatay Heard to a practice roster agreement, the club announced today.

Heard played 9 games over two seasons (2008-2009) with the Saskatchewan Roughriders, posting nine defensive tackles and one interception. He also saw limited action as a kick and punt returner during his time with the ¬ËRiders.

Heard signed as a free agent with Toronto in 2010 but did not play in the regular season. He was on the Argos practice roster until July 25/10 and then released.

Denatay Heard

#7

Defensive Back (Import)

Stillman College

Born: March 18, 1984 ¬" LaGrange, Georgia

Ht: 5-9 Wt: 175 lbs

CFL: 3

Yrs Esks: 1

Acquired: Signed as a free agent September 7, 2011

The first place Edmonton Eskimos (6-3) host the Calgary Stampeders (6-3) in the Labour Day Rematch, Friday, September 9th. Kickoff: 7:00pm.

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