QB Masoli returns to Tiger-Cats
Published December 31, 2019 at 4:36 pm
The Hamilton Tiger-Cats announced Tuesday the football club has re-signed American quarterback Jeremiah Masoli.
The Hamilton Tiger-Cats announced Tuesday the football club has re-signed American quarterback Jeremiah Masoli.
“It’s exciting to have Jeremiah back for the 2020 season. His high character, remarkable work ethic and competitiveness make him a natural fit for our organization,” said Orlondo Steinauer, Head Coach of the Tiger-Cats. “He was likely to have multiple options come the start of free agency and we are pleased he has decided to remain in Hamilton.”
Masoli, 31, started just six games in 2019 for the Tiger-Cats after suffering a season-ending injury July 26 against the Winnipeg Blue Bombers. He completed 125 of 175 pass attempts (71.4%) for 1,576 yards, nine passing touchdowns, and seven interceptions, adding 17 carries for 79 yards and four rushing touchdowns.
BREAKING The @Ticats and QB Jeremiah Masoli have reached a contract extension.
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— CFL (@CFL) December 31, 2019
BIG TIME KEEP FOR OUR FOOTBALL OHANA! JEREMIAH MASOLI IS A GREAT PLAYER – COMPETITOR AND TEAM MATE! https://t.co/miSLgcDfbM
— Jeff Reinebold (@Jeff_Reinebold) December 31, 2019
The San Francisco, California native had a career season in 2018, starting 17 games and completing 378 of 572 pass attempts (66.1%) for 5,209 yards, 28 passing touchdowns and 18 interceptions on his way to being named the CFL East Division’s Most Outstanding Player and an East Division All-Star.
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Masoli also recorded 300 or more passing yards in 12 games in 2018, setting a new club record as well as tying him for fourth-most such games in a single season in league history.
The University of Mississippi product has suited up in 102 career CFL games with 42 starts over seven seasons, all with the Tiger-Cats (2013-19), and sits fourth all-time in franchise history in career completions (1,015), fifth in passing yards (13,110), sixth in pass attempts (1,538), and is tied for sixth in passing touchdowns (70).
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