Winnipeg Blue Bombers sign linebacker Adam Bighill to one-year deal

WINNIPEG — Linebacker Adam Bighill signed a one-year deal with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers on Saturday.

Bighill played six seasons with the BC Lions (2011-2016), recording 509 defensive tackles, 70 special teams tackles, eight interceptions, eight forced fumbles and 33 sacks in 99 career CFL games (85 starts).

He’s a four-time CFL All-Star and five-time CFL Western All-Star.

“The opportunity to add such a dynamic defensive player to our lineup was one that we simply could not pass up,” said Winnipeg GM Kyle Walters. “Not only is he one of the most dominant linebackers in the CFL, but by all accounts, his work ethic and leadership are two of his strongest attributes, making him a perfect fit for our locker room. We’re very excited to welcome Adam to the organization.”