Chris Getzlaf facts for kids
Getzlaf with the Saskatchewan Roughriders in 2010
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| Born: | January 9, 1983 Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada |
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| Career information | |
| Status | Retired |
| CFL status | National |
| Position(s) | SB |
| Height | 6 ft 1 in (185 cm) |
| Weight | 210 lb (95 kg) |
| University | Regina |
| CJFL | Prairie Thunder |
| CFL draft | 2007 / Round: 5 / Pick: 33 |
| Drafted by | Hamilton Tiger-Cats |
| Career history | |
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| 2007 | Hamilton Tiger-Cats* |
| 2007–2015 | Saskatchewan Roughriders |
| 2016–2017 | Edmonton Eskimos |
| 2017 | Saskatchewan Roughriders |
| *Offseason and/or practice squad member only | |
| CFL West All-Star | 2012, 2013 |
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Chris Getzlaf, born on January 9, 1983, is a Canadian former professional football player. He was a slotback, which is a type of receiver in football. Chris played in the Canadian Football League (CFL) for many years, from 2007 to 2017.
He was chosen by the Hamilton Tiger-Cats in the 2007 CFL Draft. Later that same year, he was traded to the Saskatchewan Roughriders. He also played for the Edmonton Eskimos. Before becoming a professional player, Chris played for junior and college teams in his hometown of Regina, Saskatchewan.
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About Chris Getzlaf
Chris Getzlaf was born and grew up in Regina, Saskatchewan. He played both ice hockey and football when he was young. His younger brother, Ryan, is also a famous athlete. Ryan is an NHL All-Star and a two-time Olympic gold medalist in hockey. He also won the Stanley Cup with the Anaheim Ducks. Chris Getzlaf is married to Tia.
Chris Getzlaf's Football Career
Starting with the Hamilton Tiger-Cats
Chris Getzlaf was picked by the Hamilton Tiger-Cats in the fifth round of the 2007 CFL Draft. He was the 33rd player chosen overall. He played in the first two games of the season. After that, he spent the rest of the season on the practice teams for two different clubs. A practice roster is where players train with the team but don't usually play in games.
Playing for the Saskatchewan Roughriders (First Time)
On August 19, 2007, Chris Getzlaf was traded to the Saskatchewan Roughriders. This trade also involved another player, Corey Holmes. Even though Chris was on the practice roster, he was part of the Roughriders team that won the 2007 Grey Cup. This meant both he and his brother, Ryan, became champions in their sports in 2007.
Chris started the 2008 season on the practice roster again. However, many receivers on the team got injured. This gave Chris a chance to play, and he made his debut for the Roughriders on October 3, 2008. In this game, he made his first professional catch and scored his first touchdown. He finished that game with five catches for 47 yards and one touchdown. He played in the last five games of the season, catching 15 passes for 247 yards and two touchdowns.
In the 2009 season, Chris began as a backup receiver. When another player, Andy Fantuz, got injured, Chris became a starter. In one game, he had five catches for 101 yards and two touchdowns. One of his touchdowns was a 65-yard play that helped the Roughriders win a close game. This was his first game with over 100 receiving yards. Chris became a regular starter, playing in 14 games that season. He led his team with six touchdown catches. Many of his career touchdowns came against the Calgary Stampeders.
In the playoffs that year, Chris helped the Roughriders win the West Final. He had three catches and a touchdown in that game. On January 15, 2010, Chris signed a new contract to stay with the Roughriders. He signed another contract extension on June 20, 2012. In the 101st Grey Cup in 2013, Chris was named the Most Valuable Canadian player. He signed another contract on December 5, 2013, to stay with the Roughriders until the end of the 2015 season. After the 2015 season, his contract ended, and he became a free agent. A free agent is a player who is not under contract with any team and can sign with any team they choose.
Time with the Edmonton Eskimos
On February 25, 2016, Chris Getzlaf signed with the Edmonton Eskimos. He played for the Eskimos for about a year and a half. The team released him on September 26, 2017.
Back with the Saskatchewan Roughriders (Second Time)
On October 16, 2017, Chris Getzlaf rejoined the Roughriders' practice roster. He was moved to the main team on November 12. Chris Getzlaf officially announced his retirement from professional football on January 4, 2018.
Awards and Achievements
Chris Getzlaf received several awards during his football career:
- He was named a First Team All-Canadian in college in 2006.
- He was a CFL West All-Star in 2012 and 2013.
- He won the 95th Grey Cup championship.
- He also won the 101st Grey Cup championship.
- In 2013, he received the Dick Suderman Trophy, which is given to the Most Valuable Canadian player in the Grey Cup.
