Cary Koch (born August 28, 1986) is an American former professional

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wide receiver. Koch played

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for the

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after transferring from

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in the aftermath of

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Professional career

Saskatchewan Roughriders

After exhausting his collegiate eligibility, Koch signed with the

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as a free agent in April, 2010. He was on the team's practice roster until

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was released, clearing a spot for him on the active roster. Koch made his debut with the Roughriders in week 12 of the

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against the

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. He caught two passes for 15 yards and was on the receiving end of a successful two-point conversion.

Edmonton Eskimos

Koch signed as a free agent with the

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on the first day of free agency on February 15, 2012.

Hamilton Tiger-Cats

Koch signed as a free agent with the

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on the first day of free agency on February 11, 2014. He was released by the Tiger Cats on May 1, 2015

Career statistics

References

External links

Hamilton Tiger-Cats bio
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The Official Website Of Cary Koch
{{DEFAULTSORT:Koch, Cary 1986 births Living people Edmonton Elks players Hamilton Tiger-Cats players Players of American football from Baton Rouge, Louisiana Saskatchewan Roughriders players Tulane Green Wave football players Virginia Cavaliers football players