Hamilton Tiger-Cats

Hamilton Tiger-Cats bring back Canadian OL John Kourtis

by
3Down Staff
May 28, 2025

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The Hamilton Tiger-Cats have brought back Canadian offensive lineman John Kourtis.

The 25-year-old native of Toronto, Ont. was with the team early-on in training camp before being released on May 16.

The six-foot-four, 307-pound blocker was originally a seventh-round pick in the 2024 CFL Draft out of the University of Saskatchewan. He returned to the Huskies in 2024 for his final year of U Sports eligibility.

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Prior to his time at the University of Saskatchewan, Kourtis appeared in 34 games at the University of Liberty.

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