RedBlacks Welcome Nine New Faces Via 2022 CFL Draft
Published on May 3, 2022 under Canadian Football League (CFL)
Ottawa RedBlacks News Release
OTTAWA - The Ottawa REDBLACKS added nine new players on Tuesday night during the 2022 CFL Draft, led by second-overall pick, offensive lineman Zack Pelehos.
"It was a great night for the organization," said GM Shawn Burke. "We think we serviced all three sides -- offence, defence and special teams -- so we're excited."
Here's who was selected by the REDBLACKS in this year's draft:
1st round, second overall: Zach Pelehos, OL, Ottawa
2nd round, 11th overall: Cyrille Hogan-Saindon, OL, Saskatchewan
2nd round, 20th overall (territorial pick): Jesse Luketa, LB, Penn State
3rd round, 22nd overall: Keaton Bruggeling, WR, Carleton
4th round, 31st overall: Daniel Valente, DB, Western
5th round, 40th overall: Woodly Appolon, LB, Tuskegee
6th round, 49th overall: Subomi Oyesoro, LB, Calgary
7th round, 58th overall: Connor Ross, TE, St. Francis Xavie
8th round, 67th overall: Luca Perrier, RB, Laval
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