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September 12, 2017

Maurice Leggett named Shaw CFL Top Performer of the week

Winnipeg Blue Bombers DB Moe Leggett catches a short-punt attempt by the Roughriders during third quarter CFL action between the Bombers and the Saskatchewan Roughriders in Winnipeg on Saturday, Sept. 9, 2017. (CFL PHOTO - Jason Halstead)

WINNIPEG, MB., September 12 , 2017 – The Canadian Football League announced Tuesday that Winnipeg Blue Bombers linebacker Maurice Leggett has been named a  Shaw CFL Top Performer of the Week for his work in Saturday’s win against Saskatchewan.

Leggett, who was just named a Shaw CFL Top Performer of the Month for August, recorded a 97-yard punt return touchdown and a 54-yard interception return touchdown, while also accumulating three defensive tackles.

In nine games this season, he now has three interceptions (one returned for a touchdown), 38 defensive tackles, three quarterback sacks, three forced fumbles, two fumble recoveries, and one punt return touchdown.