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96 POSITION: DT HT: 6.04 WT: 296 BORN: PHILADELPHIA, PA DOB: 1972-10-22 |
Acquired: Signed as a free agent 2002
2006: A leader on field and in the locker room, Tyrone enjoyed another strong season, his fifth as a Lion. Recording 43 defensive tackles, four sacks, three TFL, two forced fumbles and five pass knockdowns Tyrone’s consistent play was rewarded with his first West Division and CFL All-Star selection as well as two Lineman of the Week awards (Sep 1, Sep 24) and a Lineman of the Month honour (September). Big T also chipped in with four defensive tackles in the West Championship and three more in the Grey Cup.
2005: Started all 18 regular season games for the Lions at defensive tackle recording 59 total tackles (which led all interior linemen in the CFL). Tied for the CFL lead in forced fumbles with 4 in 2005. Received the CFL Lineman of the Month Award for August and was named Lineman of the Week for Aug 30/05.
2004: Had 55 tackles and returned his only career interception 44 yards.
1997-2001: Played for 4 different NFL teams recording 5 sacks in 31 contests.