MEDIA RELEASE | Elks release defensive back Manny Rugamba

The 27-year-old suited up for two games with the Elks this season

EDMONTON — The Edmonton Elks have released American defensive back Emmanuel Rugamba, the club announced Saturday.

The former 2023 West division All-CFL player suited up for two games with the Elks this season, without recording a tackle.

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RELEASED:

  • Emmanuel Rugamba | AMER | DB | 5'11 | 194 LBS | 1998-05-10 | Zambia | Miami of Ohio

EDMONTON ELKS

The Edmonton Elks are proud members of the Canadian Football League, playing their home games at Commonwealth Stadium in Edmonton, Alberta.

The club, officially renamed the Elks in June of 2021, has a tradition of excellence having won 14 Grey Cup championships (1954-56, 1975, 1978-82, 1987, 1993, 2003, 2005, 2015). Since its founding, the club remains focused on providing outstanding football memories for Edmonton and all of Northern Alberta.

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Michael Arcuri

Michael Arcuri

Manager, Football Communications and Player Relations, Edmonton Elks Football Club

 

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About The Edmonton Elks Football Club

The Edmonton Elks are proud members of the Canadian Football League, playing their home games at Commonwealth Stadium in Edmonton, Alberta. 

The club has a tradition of excellence with 14 Grey Cup championships (1954-56, 1975, 1978-82, 1987, 1993, 2003, 2005, 2015) and 52 members of the Canadian Football Hall of Fame. Since its founding, the club has been community-owned and remains focused on providing outstanding football memories for Edmonton and all of Northern Alberta.

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