Two More Draft Picks Signed: Lions Ink National DB Siriman Bagayogo, Global WR Jevoni Robinson
May 9, 2023 - Canadian Football League (CFL)
B.C. Lions News Release
(Vancouver)- The BC Lions announced today that National defensive back Siriman Bagayogo and Global wide receiver Jevoni Robinson have signed contracts with the team.
Bagayogo (6'3, 195 lbs)- selected in round two (14th overall) of last week's CFL Draft, the native of Bois-des-Filion, Quebec played in 22 games at Guelph from 2019-22. A two-time OUA First-Team All-Star and two-time U Sports First-Team All-Canadian, Bagayogo racked up 40 solo tackles, two interceptions, one defensive touchdown and four pass breakups with the Gryphons. Bagayogo also suited up in the 2022 East-West Bowl and is coming off an appearance at Kansas City Chiefs mini-camp this week.
Robinson (6'8, 225 lbs)- the big target was taken in round one (7th overall) of last week's Global Draft. Representing Jamaica, Robinson moved to North Carolina at a young age and would ultimately pursue a basketball career after playing football in high school. Following 17 games over two seasons at North Carolina State, Robinson moved to Barry University for 2014-15 campaign.
After one season of pro basketball in Italy, he turned his attention back to football and would ultimately earn a spot on the Houston Texans practice squad in 2017. After appearing in one pre-season game, Robinson had stints with the AAF San Antonio Commanders in 2019 and XFL St. Louis Battlehawks to start 2023.
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