The Calgary Stampeders have added national defensive lineman Kail Dava to their roster. The 23-year-old Barrie, Ont., native was claimed off the practice roster of the BC Lions.
Kail Dava (pronounced “KAYL DAH-vah”)
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Defensive lineman
College: Tennessee Tech
Height: 6.03
Weight: 281
Born: Sept. 22, 2000
Birthplace: Barrie, ON
National
Dava was a fifth-round selection (44th overall) by the Lions in the 2024 Canadian Football League draft.
In college, Dava played 48 games over five years (2019-23) at Tennessee Tech. He had 87 career tackles for the Golden Eagles including 24.5 tackles for loss. Dava also had eight sacks, one forced fumble and two fumble recoveries.