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James Sykes

b. 1954

American player of American and Canadian football (born 1954)

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About James Sykes

Born 1954. James Sykes is an American canadian football player.

James Sykes (born November 7, 1954) is an American former professional football running back in the Canadian Football League (CFL) for the Calgary Stampeders from 1977 through 1982, and the Winnipeg Blue Bombers in 1983 and 1986. He was an All-Star in 1978 and 1980. He won the Eddie James Memorial Trophy in 1980 and 1981.

Career regular season rushing statistics Year Team GP Rush Yards Y/R Lg TD Calgary Stampeders 15 204 1020 5.0 31 13 Calgary Stampeders 12 151 703 4.7 38 5 Calgary Stampeders 16 222 1263 5.7 75 10 Calgary Stampeders 15 240 1107 4.6 68 6 Calgary Stampeders 15 193 1046 5.4 84 11 Calgary Stampeders 4 37 222 6.0 24 0 Winnipeg Blue Bombers 1 12 62 5.2 15 0 Winnipeg Blue Bombers 7 97 447 4.6 57 3 CFL totals 1156 5870 5.1 84 48

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Important facts

Born
7 November 1954, New Waverly
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Canadian football player
Nationality
United States
Education
Rice University, C. E. Byrd High School

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Frequently asked questions

Who is James Sykes?

American player of American and Canadian football (born 1954)

When was James Sykes born?

James Sykes was born on 7 November 1954 in New Waverly.

What is James Sykes's occupation?

James Sykes is a canadian football player.

What nationality is James Sykes?

James Sykes is American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: James Sykes

· Wikidata: Q6143892

· DBpedia: James Sykes (Canadian football)

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