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82 POSITION: SB HT: 6.02 WT: 227 BORN: REGINA, SK DOB: 1978-05-24 |
Acquired: Drafted in the first round (fourth overall) in the 2002 CFL Canadian Draft.
2006: An inspirational leader for the Lions in 2006, Clermont battled through what would have been a season ending injury for many after tearing his MCL in Week 1 versus Saskatchewan. Returning to the field after missing only seven games, he finished the year with 44 receptions for 507 yards (4th) and three TD’s. Jason also contributed a playoff career-high, nine catches for 98 yards in the 2006 West Championship.
2005: Appeared in all 18 games while recorded a second consecutive 1,000-yard season with 1,042 yards on 78 catches becoming only the sixth Lion to accomplish that feat. Ranked 12th in the CFL in receptions and 16th in yards.
2004: Was named the Most Valuable Canadian in the Grey Cup when he grabbed 4 passes for 71 yards and a TD. Named to the 2004 West All-Star Team and received the CFL's Most Outstanding Canadian Award.
2002: Recognized as the Outstanding Rookie in the West.