Former Eastern Illinois defensive back
Russell Dandy has signed with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers of the Canadian Football League.
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Dandy led the FCS in passes defended last season with 19 setting the school single season record for pass break-ups. He earned Walter Camp All-America honors and was a first team All-Big South/OVC Football Association selection.
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In three seasons playing for EIU, Dandy made 74 tackles with 3.5 tackles for loss. He had three interceptions and 24 passes defended.
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Winnipeg is preparing for the second of three preseason games on Friday, May 31. The 2024 regular season opens for the Blue Bombers on Thursday, June 6 hosting Montreal.
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Dandy joins former EIU All-American wide receiver Alexander Hollins as Panthers currently active in the Canadian Football League. Hollins is set to begin his third season with the BC Lions.
