From 2005 to 2008, Acree played for the BC Lions, Edmonton Eskimos, Toronto Argonauts, and Saskatchewan Roughriders.
[2] He wasn't actively recruited by any college football programs out of high school, and Boise State showed little interest in him initially.
In his junior year, Acree was given a scholarship for the first time and began to play an active role as a receiver.
[2] Acree's success continued in his final year with the Broncos, as he finished with 55 receptions for 947 yards and eight touchdowns, all career-highs.
The Lions resigned Acree for the 2006 season,[4] and he emerged as a competent receiver, making 28 catches for 266 yards while playing in eight games.