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Saskatchewan Roughriders extend WR Christion Jones through 2019 season

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Things did not pan out well in the National Football League for Christion Jones, but the former University of Alabama wide receiver is beginning to carve a nice career north of the border.

He joined the Saskatchewan Roughriders of the Canadian Football League in July 2017, following his time with the Miami Dolphins. In teaming up with ex-Crimson Tide running back Trent Richardson, Jones was a dynamic return specialist and help the Riders into the playoffs.

Through 10 games, he returned 45 punts for 645 yards with two touchdowns and ran back 18 kickoffs for 423 yards.