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Walter Bender
Date of birth: (1961-09-08) September 8, 1961 (age 63)
Place of birth: Detroit, Michigan
Career information
CFL status: Import
Position(s): RB
Organizations
Career highlights and awards
CFL East All-Star: 1986

Walter Bender (born September 8, 1961) is a former American football running back who played five seasons in the Canadian Football League with the Toronto Argonauts, Hamilton Tiger-Cats, Saskatchewan Roughriders and Winnipeg Blue Bombers. He played college football at Kent State University.

Professional career[]

Toronto Argonauts[]

Bender was signed by the Toronto Argonauts in 1984 and played for the team from 1984 to 1985.[1][2] He was released by the team on June 21, 1986.[1]

Hamilton Tiger-Cats[]

Bender signed with the Hamilton Tiger-Cats and played for them during the 1986 season, winning the 74th Grey Cup.[1] He also earned CFL East All-Star honors after recording 618 yards on 8 rushing touchdowns in twelve games.[1]

Saskatchewan Roughriders[]

Bender played for the Saskatchewan Roughriders in 1987.[2]

Winnipeg Blue Bombers[]

Bender played for the Winnipeg Blue Bombers in 1988, winning the 76th Grey Cup.[2]

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