CFL Hamilton Tiger-Cats

Ticats Ink Eric Norwood to Contract Extension

Published on December 18, 2014 under Canadian Football League (CFL)
Hamilton Tiger-Cats News Release


HAMILTON - The Hamilton Tiger-Cats have signed international defensive end Eric Norwood to a contract extension through the 2016 season, the team announced today.

Norwood finished the 2014 regular season tied for second in the CFL with a career-high 13 quarterback sacks, while recording 48 defensive tackles and two forced fumbles en route to being named an East Division All-Star.

In 32 regular season games, the South Carolina product has compiled 93 defensive tackles, 17 quarterback sacks, seven tackles for a loss, and three forced fumbles with the Ticats.

"We're excited to have Eric in Black and Gold for years to come, as he has been an integral part of our defence over the last two seasons and has shown he is one of the league's premier pass rushers," said Ticats General Manager and Head Coach Kent Austin.

Norwood, originally signed with the Tiger-Cats on July 2, 2013, after previously being selected in the fourth round (124th overall) by the NFL's Carolina Panthers. He also spent time with the UFL's Virginia Destroyers as well as the AFL's San Jose SaberCats and Pittsburgh Power.

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