O-line veteran Haji-Rasouli extends Lions deal

The B.C. Lions announced Tuesday they have locked up a veteran member of their offensive line as right guard Sherko Haji-Rasouli agreed to a contract extension that will keep him in the Leos’ den through the 2011 CFL season.

“Sherko has been strong performer and I expect big things from him moving forward,” Lions GM and head coach Wally Buono said in a statement. “In addition to making an impact on the field with his play, I also anticipate his emergence as a leader in the room.”

A mainstay on the team’s offensive line for the past two seasons, Haji-Rasouli played in 15 games last season, making 12 starts. Overcoming injuries that cost him three games, he bounced back to finish strong and see action in both playoff contests.

Originally entering the CFL with the Montreal Alouettes via the 2002 CFL draft (second round, 12th overall), Haji-Rasouli was signed as a free agent by the Lions in 2005 and has found a regular spot at right guard.

(windsorstar.com)