The Toronto Argonauts released fullback Albert Awachie on Tuesday.
Albert Awachie is six foot three and weighs 262 pounds. The 31-year-old from Toronto, Ontario, signed with the Toronto Argonauts on February 13, 2024. In 2024, Awachie made one catch for five yards, and one tackle on special teams in seven games.
The Saskatchewan Roughriders signed Awachie as an undrafted free agent on May 26, 2017. Awachie played six seasons in Saskatchewan with nine catches for 74 yards, 15 tackles on special teams, one forced fumble, and four kick returns for 41 yards in 43 games. In 2023, Awachie made three catches for 24 yards, one tackle on special teams, and two kick returns for 25 yards in 14 games.
Collegiately, Awachie played four seasons at the University of Toronto (2013-16) with 14 catches for 145 yards, and 25 tackles (22 solo, 3 assists) in 22 games for the Varsity Blues.
