Edmonton Elks sign linebacker Nick Anderson to 1-year extension

The Edmonton Elks signed American linebacker Nick Anderson to a one-year extension Wednesday.

The deal keeps Anderson with the CFL club through next season.

The five-foot-11, 242-pound Anderson was the CFL’s top rookie last season after finishing tied with teammate Nyles Morgan for most defensive tackles (111).

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He was also tops in total tackles (116) and second in defensive plays (130).

Anderson earned CFL all-star honours last season.

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