CFL Edmonton Elks

Eskimos Transactions - Eskimos Re-Sign Kenny Stafford

Published on February 3, 2018 under Canadian Football League (CFL)
Edmonton Elks News Release


Edmonton - The Edmonton Eskimos have re-signed international wide receiver Kenny Stafford through the 2018 season.

Stafford appeared in five games during the 2017 season where he recorded 20 receptions for 265 yards and two touchdowns. In five CFL seasons, Stafford has appeared in 46 games and recorded 109 receptions for 1,479 yards and, 14 touchdowns.

Stafford was also a member of the 2015 Grey Cup Championship Team where he appeared in all 18 regular-season games and caught 47 passes for 732 yards and nine touchdowns. In the Grey Cup, Stafford caught one pass for 24 yards.

Kenny Stafford - Wide receiver (international) Born: 1990-06-20 - Columbus, OH College: Toledo Height: 6.03 Weight: 204 lbs.

In addition, the Eskimos have also signed international defensive back Ahmad Dixon. Dixon was a member of the Eskimos in 2017 and appeared in one game.

Dixon has spent time with the Dallas Cowboys, Minnesota Vikings, Chicago Bears, and Miami Dolphins and attended Baylor from 2010 - 2013, where he appeared in 50 games and recorded 288 tackles and four interceptions. Dixon was named first-team All-American and first-team All-Big 12 in 2013.

Ahmad Dixon - Defensive back (international) Born: 1991-09-05 - Waco, TX College: Baylor Height: 6.00 Weight: 210 lbs.

About the Edmonton Eskimos: The Edmonton Eskimo Football Club is the most successful franchise of the Canadian Football League modern era. Founded in 1949, the team, known for their Green and Gold colours, are 14-time Grey Cup champions, including the historic five-in-a-row from 1978 to 1982. Through our unwavering commitment to integrity, accessibility and passion, the Edmonton Eskimos deliver a sports and entertainment experience worthy of champions. As a community-owned team, we strive to make a positive and meaningful impact in the community and are committed to the development of amateur football across Northern Alberta.

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