International DB Chris Edwards Inked to Lions D
Published on February 12, 2019 under Canadian Football League (CFL)
B.C. Lions News Release
(Vancouver) The BC Lions Football Club today announced that free agent defensive back Chris Edwards has signed a 2019 contract with the team.
Edwards (6'2", 220) saw action in 35 games over the past two seasons with the Edmonton Eskimos. The Detroit native has racked-up 70 total tackles and three interceptions including a pick-six.
"Chris is another very valuable pick-up for us on defence," said GM Ed Hervey. "Not only can he play multiple positions, he's brings the kind of physicality and size we want in the secondary."
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