Graig Newman
Canadian football player (born 1989)
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Graig Newman (born July 2, 1989) is a Canadian former professional football defensive back who played in the Canadian Football League (CFL). He was invited to the Saskatchewan Roughriders' 2011 training camp on May 17, 2011, and spent time on the team's practice roster during the 2011 season.[1] Following the completion of his junior career, Newman signed with Saskatchewan on December 11, 2011.[2] He played for two years with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers before re-signing with the Roughriders on February 9, 2016.[3] He announced his retirement on March 20, 2017.[4]
PositionDefensive back
BornJuly 2, 1989
Langley, British Columbia
Langley, British Columbia
Listed height6 ft 1 in (1.85 m)
Listed weight195 lb (88 kg)
| Profile | |
|---|---|
| Position | Defensive back |
| Personal information | |
| Born | July 2, 1989 Langley, British Columbia |
| Listed height | 6 ft 1 in (1.85 m) |
| Listed weight | 195 lb (88 kg) |
| Career information | |
| CJFL | Saskatoon Hilltops |
| CFL draft | 2011 |
| Career history | |
| 2011–2013 | Saskatchewan Roughriders |
| 2014–2015 | Winnipeg Blue Bombers |
| 2016 | Saskatchewan Roughriders |
| Awards and highlights | |
| Stats at CFL.ca | |
Newman played junior football for the Saskatoon Hilltops of the Canadian Junior Football League.[5]
