John Bender (gridiron football)

John Bender
Date of birth (1987-03-09) March 9, 1987 (age 37)
Place of birthThree Hills, Alberta, Canada
Career information
CFL statusNational
Position(s)OL
Height6 ft 8 in (203 cm)
Weight325 lb (147 kg)
US collegeNevada
High schoolCochrane (Cochrane, Alberta)
CFL draft2010 / round: 3 / pick: 17
Drafted byCalgary Stampeders
Career history
As player
2011Calgary Stampeders

John Bender (born March 9, 1987) is a Canadian former professional football offensive lineman. He was selected 17th overall by the Calgary Stampeders in the 2010 CFL draft and signed a contract with the team on May 10, 2011 after finishing his college eligibility.[1] He played college football for the Nevada Wolf Pack. He attended Cochrane High School in Cochrane, Alberta.[2]

References

  1. ^ https://www.cfl.ca/article/stamps-sign-2010-picks-bender-and-deane Archived 2015-09-23 at the Wayback Machine Stamps sign 2010 picks Deane and Bender
  2. ^ "JOHN BENDER". Pro Football Archives. Retrieved November 18, 2024.