Winnipeg Blue Bombers rookie Jackson Jeffcoat has been named a Shaw CFL Top Performer of the Week following a breakthrough performance against the Montreal Alouettes.
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The defensive end recorded two tackles, two sacks and an interception in Winnipeg’s 41-40 comeback win last Thursday. It was just the third game Jeffcoat has played in his CFL career. The American has a total of seven tackles, two sacks and an interception this year.
The award marks the second time this season a member of the Bombers has been honoured by the league. Receiver Weston Dressler was recognized following the team’s season opening victory.
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Saskatchewan Roughriders’ Duron Carter and Marken Michel of the Calgary Stampeders round out the Shaw CFL Top Performers for Week 6.