Three Riders Named CFL All-Stars

The Saskatchewan Roughriders are pleased to announce that offensive linemen Gene Makowsky and Jeremy O'Day along with defensive end John Chick have been chosen to the 2009 CFL All-Star team.

The CFL All-Stars were selected by voting members of the Football Reporters of Canada (FRC), the eight CFL head coaches and CFL fans from across the country.   

GENE MAKOWSKY (OL): In his 15th CFL season, Makowsky earns his sixth straight CFL all-star nod after being nominated as a western all-star six times.

The 35-year old lineman has also been named the CFL's Most Outstanding Lineman twice and was the Riders nominee as top lineman this season. Makowsky started 14 regular season games this season at tackle and guard. 

JEREMY O'DAY (OL): In his 13th CFL season, O'Day earns his third CFL all-star acknowledgement after earning his fifth western all-star nomination.

The 35-year old lineman started all 18 regular season games at centre this season. 

JOHN CHICK (DE): In his third CFL season, this marks the first time Chick has been selected as a CFL all-star after being nominated as a western all-star last week.

The 26-year old started 16 games at defensive end this season and recorded 32 defensive tackles, 11 quarterback sacks, four tackles for a loss and two fumble recoveries. Chick was also nominated as the Riders Most Outstanding Defensive Player this season.