RedBlacks Re-Sign Canadians Justin Howell and Nigel Romick
December 12, 2022 - Canadian Football League (CFL)
Ottawa RedBlacks News Release
OTTAWA - The Ottawa REDBLACKS re-signed a pair of Canadians, today, with defensive back Justin Howell, and defensive lineman Nigel Romick rejoining the team for the 2023 CFL season.
"Choosing to re-sign in Ottawa for 2023 was a no-brainer for me. I am fortunate to have spent five years here since being drafted in 2018," said Howell. "We've got a great group of core guys, led by a tremendous coaching staff. My sole focus is on helping this team bring a Grey Cup back to the capital. I can't wait to get back to TD Place, and play in front of the best fans in the CFL."
Howell, 29, has spent all four seasons of his career with the REDBLACKS, after a standout university tenure with the Carleton Ravens. The Bradford, Ontario native was limited by injury to just five games in 2022, but still came through with 16 total tackles, and a pair of forced fumbles.
National defensive back Justin Howell
HEIGHT: 5-10 | WEIGHT: 199 lbs | BIRTHDAY: 1993-12-04
HOMETOWN: Bradford, ON | SCHOOL: Carleton
"I'm ecstatic to be staying put in Ottawa for my ninth season," Romick added. "As I look to the 2023 season, I expect lots of fireworks, and plenty of wood cookies being cut. I've been fortunate to play for Coach Dyce since 2016, so I know the type of energy and leadership he brings to the locker room."
Romick, 31, is a veteran of eight seasons, and reached the 100-game milestone in 2022, all of which he has spent with the REDBLACKS. Though he appeared in just nine games due to injury, this season, the Thunder Bay, Ontario product chipped in nine total tackles, and is just one shy of 100 special teams tackles on his career.
National defensive lineman Nigel Romick
HEIGHT: 6-5 | WEIGHT: 241 lbs | BIRTHDAY: 1991-04-22
HOMETOWN: Thunder Bay, ON | SCHOOL: Saint Mary's
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