The Eskimos gave LB Deon Lacey, who had a very good season, early release to pursue his NFL dreams.
http://www.cfl.ca/2017/01/03/eskimos...y-his-release/The Edmonton Eskimos have released international linebacker Deon Lacey to pursue NFL opportunities.
The move was announced Tuesday as Lacey, who was previously a pending free agent on Feb. 14, is allowed to venture south early.
A three-year veteran, Lacey contributed to the Eskimos’ Grey Cup Championship in 2015 before becoming a full-time starting linebacker last season. The 26-year-old chipped in with 87 defensive tackles and 16 on special teams along with three interceptions, a touchdown and a sack.
The 6-foot-2, 229-pound linebacker has played in all 18 games in each of his three professional seasons.
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