Miles Gorrell

Class of 2013


Miles Gorrell’s time within the Canadian Football League was spent with five teams, but most notability with the Hamilton Tiger-Cats, where he won his only Grey Cup in 1986. Upon retirement, Gorrell ranked fourth all-time on the CFL service list with 19 seasons (321 games played).

In 2004, Gorrell served as the Director of Canadian Personnel with the Calgary Stampeders, and in 2006, Gorrell signed with the Toronto Argonauts as their personal consultant.

The University of Ottawa, where he played his collegiate football career, named an award after him. The Miles Gorrell Award is presented to the Best Offensive Lineman.

Playing Career

Calgary Stampeders
1978 - 1982
Ottawa Rough Riders
1982
Montreal Concordes
1982 - 1985
Hamilton Tiger-Cats
1985 - 1991, 1996
Winnipeg Blue Bombers
1992 - 1995

Awards/Honours

  • Eastern Offensive Tackle
    1983, 1984, 1986, 1988, 1989
  • Leo Dandurand Winner
    1986, 1989
  • All-Canadian Offensive Tackle
    1989
  • CFLPA Most Outstanding Offensive Lineman
    1993
  • Grey Cup Participation
    1986, 1989, 1992, 1993
  • Grey Cup Winning Teams
    1986