Hamilton, Ontario – The Hamilton Tiger-Cats announced today that the team has signed free agent import defensive end Brandon Guillory.
“Brandon is a quick, athletic defensive end who has the ability to come off the edge and put some pressure on opposing quarterbacks,” said general manager Bob O’Billovich. “He was a very productive player in Edmonton and we’re confident that his size, speed and experience will strengthen our defence.”
Guillory, a 6-4, 253-pound native of New Orleans, Louisiana led the Edmonton Eskimos with six quarterback sacks in 2008, while adding 21 defensive tackles and two pass knockdowns in 11 games. Guillory also excelled in the postseason, recording eight defensive tackles and three quarterback sacks in Edmonton’s two playoff games last year.
The 25-year-old has spent the last three years with the Eskimos after signing as a free agent on September 26, 2006. Guillory attended training camp with the NFL’s Kansas City Chiefs in 2006.
Before turning pro, Guillory spent four seasons at the University of Louisiana at Monroe, where he set a school record with 41.5 tackles for a loss while also recording 132 tackles, 18 quarterback sacks, seven forced fumbles and four blocked kicks in 44 games.
About the Hamilton Tiger-Cats
The Hamilton Tiger-Cats are a member of the Canadian Football League (CFL) with a rich 140-year history, which includes 15 Grey Cup Championships. For more information log onto www.ticats.ca
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