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Romel Andrews
No. 76
Born: (1963-07-04) July 4, 1963 (age 60)
Ripley, Tennessee
Career information
CFL status International
Position(s) DE
Height 6 ft 4 in (193 cm)
Weight 230 lb (100 kg)
College Tennessee–Martin
High school Ripley (TN)
Career history
As player
1986–1988 Hamilton Tiger-Cats
1988–1989 Winnipeg Blue Bombers
1990 Washington Redskins*
1990–1995 Hamilton Tiger-Cats
*Off-season and/or practice roster only
Career highlights and awards
Career stats
Tackles 91
Quarterback sacks 31
Fumbles recovered 2

Romel Andrews (born July 4, 1963) is a former American football defensive end who played eight seasons in the Canadian Football League with the Hamilton Tiger-Cats and Winnipeg Blue Bombers. He played college football at the University of Tennessee at Martin and attended Ripley High School in Ripley, Tennessee.

Early years

Andrews played high school football for the Ripley High School Tigers. He also participated in track and field for the Tigers.

College career

Andrews played for the Tennessee Pacers from 1981 to 1985, earning All-Conference All-Star honors.

Professional career

Hamilton Tiger-Cats

Andrews was signed by the Hamilton Tiger-Cats in August 1986 and released by the team in August 1988.

Winnipeg Blue Bombers

Andrews played for the Blue Bombers from 1988 to 1989.

Washington Redskins

Andrews signed with the Washington Redskins in March 1990. He was released by the Redskins during training camp.

Hamilton Tiger-Cats

Andrews was signed by the Hamilton Tiger-Cats in September 1990 and played for the team from 1990 to 1994. He became a free agent in February 1995.

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