September 14, 2024; Hamilton, Ontario, CAN; Hamilton Tiger-Cats defeat the Ottawa Redblacks 37-21 at Tim Hortons Field. Photo by John E. Sokolowski
The Hamilton Tiger-Cats have signed National defensive back Gaddiel Kazadi, as well as American defensive backs Eric Haney and Kendarius Smith, the football club announced today.
Kazadi, 23, recorded 39 tackles (28 solo), three interceptions, two tackles for loss, two fumble recoveries and one blocked kick in 14 games over two seasons with St. Clair College (2023-24). The 6-1, 190-pound native of London, Ontario was named an OFC All-Star last season after helping the Saints capture the 2024 Canadian Bowl.
Haney, 23, played five seasons at the University of San Diego (2020-24), totaling 147 tackles (105 solo), 14 tackles for losses, two quarterback sacks and five interceptions in 42 games. The 5-10, 180-pound native of Peoria, Arizona was named the Pioneer Football League Defensive Player of the Year in 2024 and earned First-Team All-PFL recognition in both 2023 and 2024.
Smith, 25, spent the last two seasons at Nicholls State, where he registered 44 tackles (35 solo), three interceptions and one forced fumble in 23 games with the Colonels. The 5-10, 185-pound native of Meridian, Mississippi was named All-Southland First Team in 2023 after finishing the year with 27 tackles and 14 passes defended. Prior to his time at Nicholls State, Smith played two seasons at East Mississippi.
