Jerrell Gavins out for season, Redblacks secondary takes major hit

Ottawa defensive back Jerrell Gavins had to be carted off the practice field on Tuesday, which wasn’t a good sign.

And it turns out he’s suffered a significant injury.

Tough loss for #Redblacks with Jerrell Gavins gone for season. Will need knee surgery.

3:00

↑ what lands at 3 p.m. daily

3DownNation Daily

Get game analysis, stats, and more daily at 3pm

Here’s exactly what you’ll get.

One email. Every weekday at 3 p.m. Your daily CFL briefing.

• ✓ Canadian football's biggest stories
• ✓ Smart game analysis
• ✓ Every CFL transaction covered with exclusive insight

Email Address

Subscribe →

Free. Unsubscribe anytime. By signing up you agree to receive daily emails from 3DownNation, as well as our terms of service and privacy policy. 1900 Rose St, Regina SK S4P 0A9.

— Tim Baines (@TimCBaines) October 26, 2017

One of the original Redblacks has been a mainstay on defence and made 41 tackles with one interception so far in 2017. In four seasons, Gavins has 167 defensive tackles, seven interceptions, three forced fumbles and one sack.