(Edmonton) The Edmonton Eskimos today traded quarterback Stefan LeFors to the Winnipeg Blue Bombers in exchange for a 2nd round selection in the 2009 CFL Canadian Draft and a conditional draft choice in 2010.

“This trade benefits both clubs. We are always looking to upgrade our already strong base of Canadian talent through the draft and Stefan will have an excellent opportunity to compete for a starting job in the CFL,” says Danny Maciocia, Eskimo General Manager and Director of Football Operations.

Signed as a free agent in 2007, the former Louisville star spent two seasons with the Esks. He started the final five games of the ’07 campaign, completing 110 of 181 passes for 1193 yards and six touchdowns. He dressed in all 18 games as a backup in the 2008 regular season and also for the East Semi-Final and East Final.

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STEFAN LeFORS
QB
(Import)
Louisville
Born: June 7, 1981 – Baton Rouge, LA
Height: 6-0 Weight: 203
Yrs Esks: 2
Yrs CFL: 2
Acquired: Signed as a free agent on November 22, 2006.
Games Played
2008: 18
CFL: 36
Playoff: 2

Bombers Acquire LeFors In Trade With Edmonton

The Winnipeg Blue Bombers have acquired quarterback Stefan LeFors from the Edmonton Eskimos today. Winnipeg sends their second round pick in the 2009 CFL Canadian Draft, and a conditional pick in the 2010 Draft in exchange for LeFors. LeFors (6-0, 203, Louisville ’05, DOB: June 7, 1981 in Baton Rouge, LA) comes from Edmonton where he has spent his first two CFL seasons as a back-up to starting pivot Ricky Ray.  “I’m very excited about Stefan joining our organization. I spent last year in Edmonton with him and witnessed how he handles himself as a professional,” said head coach Mike Kelly. “The first two qualities I look for in a quarterback are intelligence and toughness. Stefan possesses both of those without any reservations. He’s proven he’s a winner and we’re excited to welcome him to the club.” The 27-year-old out of Louisville has played well when given the opportunity in Edmonton. Starting five games in 2007 when Ray was injured, LeFors completed 110 of 181 passes (60.8%) for 1,193 yards and six touchdowns. LeFors was the CFL offensive player of the week in a game against Saskatchewan when he threw for 412 yards and three touchdowns. LeFors was a fourth round draft pick of the Carolina Panthers in the 2005 NFL Draft after a stellar college career at Louisville. At Louisville, LeFors threw for 5,853 yards and 38 touchdowns. He is the school’s fourth all-time leading passer, and number one all-time in pass completion percentage (66%). In his senior year in 2004, LeFors was the Conference player of the year and a finalist for the Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Award.