Argos release All-Star DB Lin-J Shell

January 26, 2012

THE CANADIAN PRESS

TORONTO -- The Toronto Argonauts released veteran defensive back Lin-J Shell on Thursday.

"Lin-J has been a great player for us but with a new defensive scheme and philosophy planned for this season and operating within the salary management system, he is no longer a fit for our team,'' general manager Jim Barker said in a statement.

"We would like to thank Lin-J for his contributions and wish him continued success.''

Shell joined the Argonauts in 2009 and appeared in 53 regular-season games and two playoff contests over that span. He registered 222 career tackles, seven interceptions, four sacks and seven fumble recoveries.

He was Toronto's outstanding rookie in 2009 and was an East Division all-star the last two seasons.

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dt26

Wow, DC Jones couldn't find a place for Shell in his aggressive man scheme. I don't know too many quality DB's that's on the market to fit Jones scheme unless some trades are going to take place. I don't understand this move...

January 27, 2012 - 10:53am

tabbiefanmcb

A good player released because he no longer fits the new defensive scheme! Almost seems criminal! I'm sure he won't be unemployed very long!

January 26, 2012 - 11:10pm

GoTi-Cats

Some team has got to have a place for a 2-time eastern all-star DB. Which one?

January 26, 2012 - 6:15pm

als rule

where will he shell land? edmonton?

January 26, 2012 - 5:38pm

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