B.C. Lions sign defensive back T.J. Lee to contract for upcoming season

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BC Lions' T.J. Lee (6) hauls in the pass intended for Winnipeg Blue Bombers' Matt Coates (2) during the second half of CFL action in Winnipeg Saturday, October 28, 2017. (John Woods/CP)

VANCOUVER – The B.C. Lions signed defensive back T.J. Lee to a contract extension through the 2018 season Tuesday.

Lee was eligible to become a free agent next month.

The four-year veteran had a team-high four interceptions and 49 tackles last season with B.C.

"T.J. is a very important part of our defence and he possesses big-play capabilities that we need more of this coming season," head coach Wally Buono said in a statement. "He’s become the cornerstone of our secondary and someone we expect to take on an increased leadership role."

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