CFL B.C. Lions

Lions Ink Khreem Smith to Extension

Published on February 28, 2013 under Canadian Football League (CFL)
B.C. Lions News Release


(Vancouver) The BC Lions Football Club is pleased to announce that defensive lineman Khreem Smith has signed a contract extension with the team. Smith was set to enter the option year of his previous deal.

"Khreem has quietly developed into a key veteran presence on the field," said vice president of football operations and GM Wally Buono. "He has great instincts as a pass rusher and gives our defence an added dimension."

Originally joining the Lions in July 2011, Khreem has now spent two seasons with the club, recording 12 sacks and five forced fumbles in 32 regular season games.

Last year, Khreem was third on the club and fifth in the CFL with seven sacks while adding 20 tackles over 17 games. His three forced fumbles in 2012 led the Lions and tied for third in the league overall. Khreem notched sacks in six different games including a season-high two versus Hamilton on July 6, 2012.

"Khreem has been a great addition to our club and has become a key part of a talented defensive front," said Lions head coach Mike Benevides. "He has a unique ability to make big plays at key times and I am very pleased to have him with us."

Khreem Smith - 94

Defensive End

Oklahoma State

Ht: 6.03 Wt: 270

Born: July 7, 1979 - St. James, Jamaica

Yrs with Lions:2

Yrs in CFL: 2

Games played: 32

Playoff games: 2

Grey Cup: 1

The BC Lions celebrate 60 Seasons of Pride in 2013. For season ticket information call 604.589.ROAR. For more information on the BC Lions Football Club visit bclions.com. -30- About the BC Lions Football Club The BC Lions Football Club is British Columbia's most successful professional sports organization with six Grey Cup titles to their credit: 1964, 1985, 1994, 2000, 2006 and 2011. Drawing on pride, decades of tradition, passion and a spirit of excellence, the BC Lions Football Club seeks to touch the lives of our community in a positive way and is dedicated to serving partners, sponsors, and fans.

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