Toronto Argonauts

Bear back in the Toronto woods: Argos extend linebacker Bear Woods

by
3Down Staff
January 28, 2019

The Toronto Argonauts have signed linebacker Bear Woods to a one-year contract extension through the 2019 season.

“Bear is a veteran leader on and off the field and a player that has been one of the best at his position,” Argos GM Jim Popp said in a statement. “He was integral in helping us win a Grey Cup championship in 2017, the ultimate player, and we couldn’t be happier to have him healthy and ready to go in 2019.”

The 32-year-old played just four games due to injury in 2018 making 29 tackles.

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Woods started 17 games for the Argos and led the team with 91 tackles in 2017, adding four tackles for a loss, two sacks, and five quarterback pressures.

Woods was signed as a free agent by the Argos on May 31, 2017, after being released by the Montreal Alouettes. In six seasons with the Als, Woods was twice selected as a CFL All-Star and was named the East Division’s Most Outstanding Defensive Player in 2014 and 2016.

Despite his age, Woods, if healthy, can be an impactful leader.