Keeping a schedule key to Argos’ lineman dealing with COVID-19 pandemic Globe_Sports
Toronto Argonauts offensive lineman Jamal Campbell celebrates his touchdown against the Winnipeg Blue Bombers during second half CFL football action in Toronto, in this file photo from Aug. 1, 2019.Professional athletes are often creatures of habit, and that’s helping Jamal Campbell deal with the COVID-19 pandemic.
The towering 6-foot-6, 305-pound Campbell is entering his fifth season with Toronto after being selected in the third round, No. 22 over all, in the 2016 CFL draft out of York University. Campbell began 2019 as a backup but started the Argos’ final 11 regular-season contests before signing a three-year contract extension Feb. 3.
Traditionally, the off-season is a time for offensive linemen to get stronger by doing heavy squats, bench presses and deadlifts. Campbell has been unable to do that, instead focusing on increased reps as well as his mobility and footwork, two key elements for his position. “I’ve been doing a lot of reading and focusing on educating myself online in something [I’m] not really familiar with like the stock market and commerce,” he said. “I’m just trying to educate myself more and stay occupied with productivity.”
Adding to that is the heightened sense of optimism Campbell has given Toronto’s busy off-season. The Argos have a new general manager , VP of player personnel and head coach to go with an abundance of new players, led by veteran quarterback Matt Nichols.
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