Wednesday, April 30, 2008

Riders take Orban

The Saskatchewan Roughriders have selected University of Regina quarterback Teale Orban with their 6th round pick (41st overall) in today's CFL draft. Congrats Teale!

The Riders selected Central Florida defensive lineman Keith Shologan, a product of Spruce Grove, Alberta with their first pick - fourth overall. Shologan could be a long-term project, as he has signed a free agent contract with the NFL's San Diego Chargers. So, it's doubtful he'll be in training camp with the Riders. At least not this year.

The Hamilton Tiger-Cats did the expected, and selected U of S safety Dylan Barker - from Moose Jaw - with the first overall pick. U of R Ram offensive lineman Brendon LaBatte was selected sixth overall by Winnipeg. Regina product Paul Woldu - a defensive back with the U of S - was picked by Montreal in the 5th round.

Other Rider picks:

2nd round: Jonathan St. Pierre (OL) Illinois State
2nd round: Michael Stadnyk (DL) Montana - Stadnyk is a Regina native; played his high school ball at Miller
4th round: Jean-Francoise Morin-Roberge (OL) Montreal
5th round: Jeff Zelinski (DB) St. Mary's

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