Bombers sign offensive lineman Picard, DB Washington

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The Winnipeg Blue Bombers have added some snarl to their offensive line.

The Bombers have signed non-import offensive lineman Dominic Picard. The nine-year veteran was recently released by the Saskatchewan Roughriders and returns to Winnipeg where he began his CFL career.

The 32-year-old Picard is roundly considered one of the dirtiest players in the CFL. He plays on the edge and has a reputation for doing whatever it takes to get his job done on the field.

Picard has played in 137 regular season CFL games, starting 129, as well as playing in nine playoff games and winning a Grey Cup.

“This is a player with great experience in the CFL,” said GM Kyle Walters. “He is a tough, hard-nosed football player, and we are excited to bring him into the Bombers organization.”

Picard was named the Riders’ top offensive lineman in 2014 and 2012 and Most Outstanding Canadian in 2012.

Picard was drafted by Winnipeg in the 2006 CFL Draftr and played with the Bombers from 2006 to 2008. He then spent three seasons with Toronto, where he was named an East Division All-Star in 2011, as well as the club’s Most Outstanding Offensive Lineman.

The Bombers also announced they have re-signed import defensive back Demond Washington.

Washington started 17 games last season collecting 70 defensive tackles, four special teams tackles, and one fumble recovery. Washington was strong on special teams, returning nine kickoffs for 396 yards, including a 96-yard kickoff return for a touchdown against Ottawa.

In three seasons with the Bombers, Washington has started 41 games making 179 defensive tackles, ten special teams tackles, four sacks, three interceptions, and three fumble recoveries.

On special teams, Washington has returned 78 kickoffs for 1,762 yards and one touchdown and returned 78 punts for 781 yards and three touchdowns.