Ex-CFLer Knox hired as Bombers’ linebacker coach

McMaster University Marauders' Nick Shorthill showers then-defensive coordinator Greg Knox during the final minutes of the Mitchell Bowl. (Dave Chidley/CP)

WINNIPEG – The Winnipeg Blue Bombers hired Greg Knox as their linebackers coach Friday.

Knox spent last season as the McMaster Marauders defensive co-ordinator.

Knox spent seven seasons in the CFL as a defensive back, twice earning league all-star honours. He also won two Grey Cups with the Calgary Stampeders.

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