Don Sutherin

Class of 1992

Don Sutherin was a wily defensive back and a premier place kicker during his 12 seasons in the Canadian Football League.

‘Suds’ led the Eastern Conference in scoring in 1961 with 69 points, 1964 with 94 points, 1965 with 82 points and 1968 with 112 points.

Sutherin was the Eastern pass interception leader in 1961 and 1962, and was also the CFL kickoff leader in 1969 with 3,686 yards on 65 kickoffs.

During his career, Sutherin scored 714 points and intercepted 58 passes. During his career, Sutherin participated in 22 playoff games, scoring 123 points, and intercepted 12 passes for 147 yards.

Sutherin played in eight Grey Cup games and was a valued member of four championship squads.

Playing Career

Hamilton Tiger-Cats
1958, 1960 - 1966
Ottawa Rough Riders
1967 - 1969
Toronto Argonauts
1970

Awards/Honours

  • All-Eastern Defensive Back
    1961, 1962, 1964, 1965, 1968, 1969
  • All-Canadian Defensive Back
    1962, 1964, 1969
  • Grey Cup Participation
    1958, 1961 - 1965, 1968, 1969
  • Grey Cup Winning Teams
    1963, 1965, 1968, 1969