The Alouettes sign three players including two Canadians
Montreal, May 6, 2024 – The Montreal Alouettes announced Monday that the team has signed American defensive back Christian Morgan, Canadian offensive lineman Matthew Hajewich and Canadian running back Tanner Nelmes.
Morgan (6’0”, 200 lbs.) played five years with the University of Baylor. In 55 games, the Houston TX native amassed 109 tackles, 52 assisted, seven interceptions and 19 knockdowns. He won the Big 12 Commissioner’s Honor Roll four times. In 2023 the 24-year-old was part of the Green Bay Packers organization.
Hajewich (6’3”, 304 lbs.) played two years with Regina University. In 2023, he started all-games with his team. In his rookie season he earned an All-Canadian Academic honor.
Nelmes (6’0”, 215 lbs.) played four years with Wilfrid Laurier University. In career he ran 226 times for 1,266 yards and nine majors. In 2021 and 2022, he was named an « All-Canadian Academic ». In his first season he was on the OUA rookie Team.
The Alouettes also announced the release of wide receiver Kameron Brown and linebacker Chris Moore.