Stampeders Add Canadian Defensive Lineman

August 28, 2024 - Canadian Football League (CFL)
Calgary Stampeders News Release

The Calgary Stampeders have added national defensive lineman Kail Dava to their roster. The 23-year-old Barrie, Ont., native was claimed off the practice roster of the BC Lions.

Kail Dava (pronounced "KAYL DAH-vah")

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Defensive lineman

College: Tennessee Tech

Height: 6.03

Weight: 281

Born: Sept. 22, 2000

Birthplace: Barrie, ON

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Dava was a fifth-round selection (44th overall) by the Lions in the 2024 Canadian Football League draft.

In college, Dava played 48 games over five years (2019-23) at Tennessee Tech. He had 87 career tackles for the Golden Eagles including 24.5 tackles for loss. Dava also had eight sacks, one forced fumble and two fumble recoveries.

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