CFL Calgary Stampeders

Stamps sign pair of defensive backs

Published on May 18, 2004 under Canadian Football League (CFL)
Calgary Stampeders News Release


(Calgary) – Today Calgary Stampeders' General Manager and Head Coach Matt Dunigan announced the free agent signing of defensive back Donnie Cochran and Will Warren.

"Both of these defensive backs add a great deal of value to our team. They are young athletes who hold a very bright future and we look forward to seeing them compete in training camp" stated General Manager and Head Coach Matt Dunigan.

Here is a closer look at Donnie Cochran and Will Warren:

Donnie Cochran

#45

Defensive Back

College: Grossmont

HT: 6'3" WT: 225 lbs Born: April 13, 1982 Birthplace: San Diego, California

Stampeders: 1st year

CFL: 1st year

Import

Pro

Entering his 1st season with the Stampeders ... originally signed with the Stampeders on May 18, 2004.

College

Donnie played his college ball at Grossmont College ... in 2003 he was named pre-season All-American playing in 9 games recording 42 defensive tackles, 4 interceptions with one being ran back for a touchdown including 2 force fumbles ... in 2001 he played in 8 games.

Will Warren

#34

Defensive Back

College: Washington St.

HT: 6'0" WT: 200 lbs Born: November 10, 1980 Birthplace: Long Beach, California

Stampeders: 1st year

CFL: 1st year

Import

Pro

Entering his 1st season with the Stampeders ... originally signed with the Stampeders on May 18, 2004 ... played in 8 games as a starter with the L.A. Gunslingers in SWFL.

College

In 2002 Will played at Washington State University ... the previous season he played at the University of Idaho ... he also had a stint at Long Beach City College in Long Beach, California ... while playing in his 2nd season there Will was named pre-season All American.

High School

In 1998 Will was named 1st team All Dream team ... while in '97 he was named 1st Team Press Telegram both of these seasons were with Long Beach Wilson.

Noteworthy

Will also excelled at track competing in the 4 x 100, triple jumb and long jumb.

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