KNOWLTON NAMED CFL DEFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE WEEK
Hamilton, Ontario – Hamilton Tiger-Cats linebacker Markeith Knowlton has been named CFL’s Defensive Player of the Week for his performance in last Saturday’s win over the B.C. Lions.
Knowlton helped spark the Ticats fourth quarter comeback at Empire Field by recording a fumble recovery, quarterback sack and a forced fumble in the game’s final minutes. Knowlton finished the game with three defensive tackles, a quarterback sack, an interception, a forced fumble, a fumble recovery and a pass knockdown.
This season, the two-time East Division All-Star has recorded 51 defensive tackles, three quarterback sacks, three fumble recoveries and two interceptions.
Knowlton and the Ticats take on the Saskatchewan Roughriders this Saturday, September 25 at Ivor Wynne Stadium at 6:30pm. Call 905-547-CATS or visit Ticats.ca for ticket information.
About the Hamilton Tiger-Cats
The Hamilton Tiger-Cats are a member of the Canadian Football League (CFL) with a rich 141-year history, which includes 15 Grey Cup Championships. For more information log onto www.ticats.ca
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