He also played in the Canadian Football League (CFL) for the Hamilton Tiger-Cats and Montreal Alouettes.
Although he was hampered by a severe shoulder injury early in his college career, he was able to overcome it and become a three-year starter at running back.
On August 6, 1976, he was released to make room for running back Jimmy De Ratt.
In 1976, he was signed by the Montreal Alouettes based on a recommendation from Tom Landry, who at the time were coached by future hall of famer Marv Levy.
[4] On July 5, 1977, he tore ligaments in his left knee and was lost for the season, still, he was a part of the Grey Cup championship team.