Three Added to Camp Roster
June 1, 2014 - Canadian Football League (CFL)
Edmonton Elks News Release
(Edmonton) - The Edmonton Eskimo Football Club announces the signing of import defensive back
Robert Sands, import offensive lineman Trevis Turner and import defensive back Anthony Watkins.
29 - Robert Sands
Defensive Back (import)
College: West Virginia
Born: Nov. 3, 1989 - Carol City, FL
Height: 6.04
Weight: 212
In three seasons at West Virginia University (2008-10), Sands recorded 151 tackles, 1.5 sacks, one forced fumble and one interception. After forgoing his senior season, he was selected by the Cincinnati Bengals in the fifth round (134th overall) of the 2011 NFL Draft.
50 - Trevis Turner
Offensive Lineman (import)
College: Alilene Christian
Born: May 2, 1987 - DeSoto, TX
Height: 6.07
Weight: 333
Turner started 35 games at right tackle over three seasons (2008-10) at Abilene Christian University after beginning his collegiate career at Colorado State. He spent time with the NFL's Pittsburgh Steelers in 2011 and the AFL's Orlando Predators.
10 - Anthony Watkins
Defensive Back (import)
College: Oregon State
Born: Sept. 13, 1988 - Burien, WA
Height: 6.01
Weight: 217
In four seasons (2009-12) at Oregon State, Watkins recorded 167 tackles (72 solo), three quarterback sacks and two interceptions.
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