Aaron Grymes: A Canadian Football Star
From Winnipeg to the NFL and Back
Aaron Grymes is a Canadian football defensive back who has played for various teams in the Canadian Football League (CFL) and the National Football League (NFL). Grymes' professional football career began in 2009 when he signed with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers of the CFL. He spent three seasons with the Blue Bombers before moving to the Calgary Stampeders in 2012.
Grymes played four seasons with the Stampeders, winning the Grey Cup championship in 2014. In 2016, he signed with the Philadelphia Eagles of the NFL. He played one season with the Eagles before returning to the CFL in 2017, signing with the BC Lions.
Grymes' CFL Career
In 2019, Grymes returned to the Edmonton Elks, where he played for two seasons before retiring in 2021. Throughout his CFL career, Grymes was a standout defensive back, earning multiple All-Star selections and winning the CFL's Most Outstanding Defensive Player Award in 2014. He also represented Canada at the international level, playing in the 2011 and 2015 Pan American Games.
Grymes' NFL Career
Grymes' brief NFL career included 10 games with the Eagles in 2016. He recorded 15 tackles and one interception during his time in Philadelphia.
Grymes' Retirement
Grymes retired from professional football in 2021 after 12 seasons in the CFL and NFL. He finished his career with 354 tackles, 24 interceptions, and four forced fumbles.
Here are some additional facts about Grymes' career: - Grymes was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba. - He played college football at the University of Manitoba. - He was drafted by the Green Bay Packers in the seventh round of the 2009 NFL Draft. - He is the cousin of former NFL player Jovon Johnson.
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