Yannick Carter (born February 2, 1984) is a former professional

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. He was drafted in the third round of the 2007 CFL Draft by the

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. Carter also played 4 seasons with the

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. He played

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Professional career

Saskatchewan Roughriders

Yannick Carter was drafted by the Roughriders in the 3rd round of the 2007 CFL Draft.

Hamilton Tiger-Cats

On May 1, 2009, Carter was traded along with Brandon Myles and third round pick in the 2009 CFL Draft to the

for Sasha Glavic and a third round pick.

Calgary Stampeders

After not being re-signed by the Tiger-Cats following the

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Carter signed with the

Calgary Stampeders The Calgary Stampeders are a professional Canadian football team based in Calgary, Alberta. The Stampeders compete in the West Division (CFL), West Division of the Canadian Football League (CFL). The club plays its home games at McMahon Stadium a ...

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Hamilton Tiger-Cats bioCalgary Stampeders bio
1984 births Living people Canadian football people from Toronto Wilfrid Laurier Golden Hawks football players Canadian football linebackers Saskatchewan Roughriders players Hamilton Tiger-Cats players Calgary Stampeders players Players of Canadian football from Ontario Sportspeople from Pickering, Ontario {{Canadianfootball-linebacker-stub