Andy Fantuz

Canadian football player, Grey Cup champion

Andy Fantuz - Canadian football player, Grey Cup champion
Born

December 18th, 1983
41 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Canada

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A Canadian football player, played as a wide receiver in the Canadian Football League (CFL) primarily for the Saskatchewan Roughriders and the Hamilton Tiger-Cats. Contributed to the Saskatchewan Roughriders' victory in the 101st Grey Cup in 2013. Also recognized for performances while at Western University, where significant contributions were made to the team's success.

Won the 101st Grey Cup with the Saskatchewan Roughriders

Was named a CFL All-Star multiple times

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