Jason Tucker back with Eskimos
February 16, 2006 - Canadian Football League (CFL)
Edmonton Elks News Release
(Edmonton) The Edmonton Eskimos announced today that Jason Tucker , the CFL's leading receiver in 2005, has agreed to terms on a new contract. Tucker, a four year Eskimo veteran, was eligible for free agency.
Last season , Tucker racked up 89 receptions for 1411 yards and 11 TDs and was named to both the CFL West and CFL All-Star teams. Tucker's outstanding play carried over to the playoffs. Against Calgary in the the CFL West Semi - Final, Tucker led all Eskimo receivers with six receptions for 70 yards and one TD. One week later, Tucker hauled in four catches for 95 yards to help Edmonton down BC in the CFL West Championship. At the 2006 Grey Cup, Tucker caught five passes for 46 yards and one touchdown in overtime as the Esks defeated Montreal.
Eskimo Head Coach Danny Maciocia says " Having Jason return was a priority for the Eskimos. He's an outstanding player who delivers in key situations in big games".
JASON TUCKER
WR
(Import)
Texas Christian
Born: June 24, 1976 - San Francisco, CA
Height: 6-2 Weight: 180
Games Played
2005: 18
CFL Career: 69
Playoff : 5
Grey Cup: 3 (2005, 2003, 2002)
Acquired: Re-signed with February 16, 2006. Originally signed as a free agent, March 2002.
For more information on the 2005 Grey Cup champion Edmonton Eskimos log on to www.esks.com
Canadian Football League Stories from February 16, 2006
- Jason Tucker back with Eskimos - Edmonton Elks
- CFL Off-Season Transactions - CFL
- Alouettes in Rimouski, Roberval - Montreal Alouettes
- Minister of Defence Becomes A Bomber - Winnipeg Blue Bombers
- Ticats Add Trio - Hamilton Tiger-Cats
- Renegades Wrangle D-Line Coach - Ottawa Renegades
The opinions expressed in this release are those of the organization issuing it, and do not necessarily reflect the thoughts or opinions of OurSports Central or its staff.
