http://www.bluebombers.com/article/blue-bombers-sign-safey-maurice-leggett-to-contract-extension

 

he Winnipeg Blue Bombers today are pleased to announce the club has signed their 2014 Most Outstanding Defensive Player, Maurice Leggett, to a contract extension. The agreement will keep Leggett in Winnipeg through the 2017 campaign.

Leggett finished his first season with Winnipeg in 2014, and made an immediate impact in the secondary upon his arrival. He finished second in the league with five interceptions (tied), including three in one game (Aug 22). He also recorded three fumble recoveries, 65 defensive tackles, and two sacks. In addition, he returned a missed field goal 114-yards for a touchdown in an October game in Ottawa.
 
“I love being a Bomber,” said Leggett. “From the community aspect and the amazing fan support, to the coaching staff and all of teammates, and how the organization treats us as players. It's an amazing experience to be in Winnipeg and play football professionally, and you only understand that once you spend time there.”
 
“Maurice came in early on and established himself as a real pro,” said Blue Bombers General Manager Kyle Walters. “It was evident quickly that he could be an impact player for us, and his play spoke to that throughout the season. He works hard, studies and understands the game like a starting safety should. He’s also a versatile football player, who can play special teams and return some kicks if we need, which we saw evidence of this season. He’s an all-around good asset for our organization and we’re very happy to get him under contract for the next three seasons”

http://www.winnipegsun.com/2016/12/20/leggett-is-blue-bombers-renaissance-man

 

A very good article .... glad to see that he loves the city!

He does love this city.

He gives back so much. He is one of favorite Bombers for both, what he does on the field and off.

Go Moe Leggs!

When we were on the sidelines for warm-up in the first game of the season, Moe was the only Bomber who came over and posed for a picture with my niece and nephew.  I didn't expect any of the Bombers to come over, as they were focusing on getting prepped for the game, but Moe came and gave the kids a big thrill.  Great guy.  Thank you Mr. Leggett, the kids are still talking about that experience.

Edited December 21, 20169 yr by kelownabomberfan

Jolly good, i say. Jolly good! Pip pip hooray and all that.

2 hours ago, kelownabomberfan said:

When we were on the sidelines for warm-up in the first game of the season, Moe was the only Bomber who came over and posed for a picture with my niece and nephew.  I didn't expect any of the Bombers to come over, as they were focusing on getting prepped for the game, but Moe came and gave the kids a big thrill.  Great guy.  Thank you Mr. Leggett, the kids are still talking about that experience.

I will never forget Training Camp 2 years ago, at the soccer complex, and how much Moe got involved with the kids after that days session. Guys coulda gone home, or at least back to the stadium, but he stayed around taking pictures and talking to kids... Explaining what his job (Safety at the time) was. Really stood out to me. 

This signing is as huge as Hughes or Elimimian.

9 minutes ago, Floyd said:

This signing is as huge as Hughes or Elimimian.

This signing was 2 years ago... Brandon necro'd this thread to post the article about Mo staying here in the off-season.

25 minutes ago, Floyd said:

This signing is as huge as Hughes or Elimimian.

still is yes ...

On 12/8/2014 at 9:27 AM, mbrg said:

The timeline he's on right now probably makes his next contract the big payday if he ever lands one in the CFL, so hypothetically we're putting off that pay raise from 2016 to 2017.  I wish they signed more players to 3 year deals.  If we had a talented NI Olineman with a bright future, I'd be thrilled if they did 4 or 5 year deals.  But the PA tends to frown on those.

At one time the owners had all the pull & now it's gone the other way to the players side which isn't good either. I know some people feel we should sign all or most of our players to 1 year deals to get talent to come to the CFL but fans are having a hard time identifying with players being up here a season, maybe 2 & then they leave. The freedom to move around has come at a cost & we see that in the stands with decreased attendance & stagnant or slightly better numbers in viewership on TSN. I'd like to see longer term deals signed by veteran players. Especially those going into their second & third contracts. 

Edited December 21, 20169 yr by SpeedFlex27

4 hours ago, bigg jay said:

This signing was 2 years ago... Brandon necro'd this thread to post the article about Mo staying here in the off-season.

Bummer, I thought we'd resigned him.  Then no, its not very huge ha!

4 hours ago, IC Khari said:

still is yes ...

Fak, I was just about to send a 'welcome back' to the forum message to GBill...

Sometimes a team finds a player that just gets it, high quality on and off the field, best payback for him would be a Grey Cup  

1 hour ago, Floyd said:

Fak, I was just about to send a 'welcome back' to the forum message to GBill...

His Drew Willy avy was melting ...

Well considering he was all star level and loves the city and moved his family here... I can't imagine him signing with a different team when his contract ends.   

Mo is 30 and will be 31 when his current contract is up.  Im curious to see how his play trends with getting older.  Guy is such a stud for the bombers and i hope he has 2 all-star years left, but i also think he might be one of the guys who ages well and is still an impact player in 3-4 years.  

1 hour ago, peggars said:

Mo is 30 and will be 31 when his current contract is up.  Im curious to see how his play trends with getting older.  Guy is such a stud for the bombers and i hope he has 2 all-star years left, but i also think he might be one of the guys who ages well and is still an impact player in 3-4 years.  

Here's hoping he's got some Kyries Hebert in 'im... 

Didn't feel like starting a new thread but this was pretty cool of Moe to do!!

 

http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/manitoba/maurice-leggett-ballet-nutcracker-1.3908367

 

Just please god don't injure yourself doing this!

If it was me - anything with that title...I'd stay away from.

6 hours ago, Bomber_fanaddict said:

Didn't feel like starting a new thread but this was pretty cool of Moe to do!!

 

http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/manitoba/maurice-leggett-ballet-nutcracker-1.3908367

 

Just please god don't injure yourself doing this!

Last year Mo was part of an exhibit at the WAG. Kinda reminds me of when Troy Westwood would dabble in a lot of off field stuff. 

11 hours ago, peggars said:

Mo is 30 and will be 31 when his current contract is up.  Im curious to see how his play trends with getting older.  Guy is such a stud for the bombers and i hope he has 2 all-star years left, but i also think he might be one of the guys who ages well and is still an impact player in 3-4 years.  

He strikes me as the kind of guy that has the intelligence to mature as a player, getting smarter and more savvy, as his physical skills start to slide. I expect he has a good year or two left in him before the decline becomes a real detriment. Lots of players play their very best ball towards the end of their playing careers. 

bottom line every player is different and father time catches up to different people at different rates. 

Moe might have a career in coaching when he is done playing.

15 hours ago, WinnipegGordo said:

Last year Mo was part of an exhibit at the WAG. Kinda reminds me of when Troy Westwood would dabble in a lot of off field stuff. 

I don't think there is any equivalent to the kind of stuff. for the art gallery MO's physique was on display (along with other local athletes and dancer(s)) as a comparison to the Greek and Roman statues on display. Along with the ballet I would say Mo's off field stuff is way more classy. 

I love when Bomber players get involved in the community. Kudos to Mr. Leggett for contributing and remaining an important part to our city both on and off the field.

Mo Leggett is the epitome of what a pro athlete should be on and off the field. We're damn lucky he's a Bomber.

Also would it be possible to change the title of the thread to indicate it's an old thread re-visited.