Evan McCollough facts for kids
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Born: | Glenarden, Maryland |
September 2, 1987
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Career information | |
CFL status | International |
Position(s) | DB |
Height | 5 ft 11 in (180 cm) |
Weight | 196 lb (89 kg) |
College | James Madison |
NFL draft | 2009 / Undrafted |
Career history | |
As player | |
2009 | Tampa Bay Buccaneers* |
2010–2012 | Toronto Argonauts |
2013–2014 | Hamilton Tiger-Cats |
2014 | Toronto Argonauts |
* Pre-season or practice roster only | |
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Evan McCollough (born September 2, 1987) is a former professional Canadian football player. He played as a defensive back, which is a position in football. Evan played in the Canadian Football League (CFL), which is Canada's top professional football league.
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Playing College Football
Before becoming a professional, Evan McCollough played college football. He was a player for the James Madison Dukes team. Playing in college helps athletes get ready for professional sports.
Evan's Professional Football Career
Playing for the Toronto Argonauts
Evan McCollough started his professional career with the Toronto Argonauts. He joined the team on May 28, 2010. He was a key part of the team that won the 100th Grey Cup in 2012. The Grey Cup is the championship trophy for the Canadian Football League, similar to the Super Bowl in the NFL.
Time with the Hamilton Tiger-Cats
After playing for the Argonauts, Evan signed with the Hamilton Tiger-Cats. He joined them on February 15, 2013. He played for the Tiger-Cats for about a year. He left the team on June 21, 2014.
Back with the Toronto Argonauts
Later in 2014, Evan McCollough returned to the Toronto Argonauts. He was signed to their practice roster on August 30, 2014. This means he was training with the team and could be called upon to play in games.