Who is weston dressler

He hasn't filed his official retirement papers, according to a CFL spokesperson, but he's technically not required to since he's currently considered a free agent. However, the slotback made the announcement in an interview with the Bismarck Tribune published on Wednesday. The , pound Dressler was noted for his tenacity on the field and was named the CFL's rookie of the year in He was released by the team in — a controversial decision by then-new head coach and general manager Chris Jones.

He spent the last three seasons of his career with the Bombers, where he recorded receptions for 2, yards and 10 touchdowns.

The Bismarck Tribune article says Dressler has found a new job in his hometown as the senior community relations specialist for Sanford Health, a hospital in Bismarck. Dressler is a natural for a community-relations role, considering his personable nature and his immense popularity in his home state. He was a game-breaking receiver and kick returner at the University of North Dakota before signing with Saskatchewan in Even as a Blue Bomber, he continued to spend the off-seasons in Regina.

Dressler joined Sanford Health on Aug. Lately, COVID-related precautions have limited the extent to which he can circulate for community events and face-to-face meetings. Just getting the basic groceries is kind of the outing of the day, really.

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We encountered an issue signing you up. The Sanford Health Center hired him as a senior community relations specialist, which he said was too good of an opportunity to pass up. He was just brilliant out there and smart. He knew what he was doing and made plays.

He was a big part of our Grey Cup win in and it was a joy to be around him and to coach him. He compiled six 1,yard seasons, finishing with 10, receiving yards and 61 touchdown catches. He continued to bring his hard hat every day and work.

After being released, he returned to the Riders for the rest of the season. He remained with Saskatchewan through but was released in the off-season by former Riders head coach and general manager Chris Jones.

Dressler then signed with the Blue Bombers. A welcome email is on its way.