Saskatchewan Roughriders

Riders extend veteran defensive back Jovon Johnson

by
3Down Staff
December 21, 2017

Defensive back Jovon Johnson has signed an extension with the Riders through the 2018 season.

The 34-year-old was set to become a free agent on Feb. 13.

Johnson had 39 tackles and two interceptions over 18-regular-season games with the Riders. The 11-year CFL veteran has also spent time with Winnipeg, Ottawa and Montreal.

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– with files from CP.

Editor’s note: a previous version of this story contained information from Riderville.com that should have been attributed.

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