Stanley Bryant
Quick Facts
Biography
Stanley Myron Bryant (born May 7, 1986) is a Canadian football offensive lineman who is currently a member of the Winnipeg Blue Bombers of the Canadian Football League. He first enrolled at Elizabeth City State University before transferring to East Carolina University. Bryant attended Goldsboro High School in Goldsboro, North Carolina. He has also been a member of the Denver Broncos and Calgary Stampeders.
Early years
Bryant was a three-year football letterman for the Goldsboro High School Mighty Cougars. He was named the Mighty Cougars defensive player of the year in 2003.
College career
Elizabeth City State University
Bryant played college football for the Elizabeth City State Vikings in 2005.
East Carolina University
Bryant transferred to East Carolina University as a walk-on to play football for the East Carolina Pirates in 2006.
Professional career
Denver Broncos
Bryant was signed by the Denver Broncos on April 27, 2009 after going undrafted in the 2009 NFL Draft. He was released by the Broncos on August 25, 2009.
Calgary Stampeders
Bryant was signed by the Calgary Stampeders on June 16, 2010. He made his CFL debut starting at right tackle on October 22, 2010 against the BC Lions. Bryant was a CFL All-Star and a CFL West All-Star in 2013 and 2014. He was the Stampeders' nominee for the CFL's Most Outstanding Offensive Lineman Award in 2011 and 2013.
Winnipeg Blue Bombers
Bryant was signed by the Winnipeg Blue Bombers on February 10, 2015. In his first two seasons in Winnipeg Bryant started in every game. On January 4, 2016 Bryant and the Bombers agreed to a contract extension.