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Toronto Argonauts extend contract of Winnipegger, Anthony Coombs

Toronto Argonauts running back Anthony Coombs, is tackled by Edmonton Eskimos cornerback Patrick Watkins during a CFL game in Toronto on Aug. 20, 2016.
Toronto Argonauts running back Anthony Coombs, is tackled by Edmonton Eskimos cornerback Patrick Watkins during a CFL game in Toronto on Aug. 20, 2016. Chris Young / The Canadian Press

Winnipegger Anthony Coombs will remain with the Toronto Argonauts through 2018 after signing a contract extension.

The 24-year-old running back and slotback was set to become a free agent next month.

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Coombs caught 36 passes for 297 yards and a touchdown in 18 games last season. He also ran the ball 12 times for 45 yards and a touchdown.

The former Manitoba Bison was selected third overall in the 2014 CFL Draft.

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