Edmonton Elks sign Canadian defensive back Hakeem Johnson

February 17, 2023 - 2:16 PM

EDMONTON - The Edmonton Elks signed Canadian defensive back Hakeem Johnson on Friday.

Johnson, 28, of Brampton, Ont., had seven tackles in 16 regular-season games last year with B.C.

Johnson spent the last three seasons with the Lions, registering 18 tackles, nine special-teams tackles and an interception in 38 regular-season contests.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published Feb. 17, 2023.

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