Behemoth Elks’ DT J-Min Pelley returns with Sam Acheampong out long term

The Edmonton Elks will be swapping a pair of Canadian defensive tackles for their matchup with the Hamilton Tiger-Cats.

Sam Acheampong (knee) has been added to the six-game injured list after being rolled up on last week. The 28-year-old has been a key contributor on the Elks defensive line rotation through six weeks, collecting eight defensive tackles.

Returning to the field for the first time this season is behemoth defender J-Min Pelley, who has missed the first six games with a knee issue. The six-foot-five, 330-pound pocket pusher has played 18 games for the Elks over the last two seasons, collecting 19 defensive tackles.

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Sitting out this week will be right guard Hunter Steward (head), who has been placed on the one-game injured list. Former first-overall CFL draft pick Shane Richards is slated to start in his place.

Backup safety and special teams standout Scott Hutter (knee) will also be placed on the six-game injured list and is reportedly done for the year. Josh Hagerty will dress in his place after re-joining the team this week and fellow Canadian DB Jake Taylor will provide additional insurance, with receiver Frederik Antoine moving to the practice roster.

The Edmonton Elks (0-6) will host the Hamilton Tiger-Cats (1-5) on Sunday, July 28 at 7:00 p.m. EDT.

Graphic courtesy: Edmonton Elks

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