Justin Goltz
| Born: | August 23, 1987 Walled Lake, Michigan |
|---|---|
| Career information | |
| Status | Retired |
| CFL status | American |
| Position(s) | QB |
| Height | 6 ft 5 in (196 cm) |
| Weight | 215 lb (98 kg) |
| College | Occidental Tigers |
| Hand | Right |
| Career history | |
| As player | |
| 2009 | Detroit Lions* |
| 2010 | Sacramento Mountain Lions* |
| 2010–2014 | Winnipeg Blue Bombers |
| 2014–2015 | Edmonton Eskimos* |
| *Offseason and/or practice squad member only | |
Justin Goltz (born August 23, 1987) is a gridiron football quarterback who is retired. He played college football at Occidental College.
Goltz has also been a member of the Detroit Lions, Sacramento Mountain Lions, and Winnipeg Blue Bombers.
Early years
Goltz attended Walled Lake Central High School in Walled Lake, Michigan. Goltz was a 3-sport athlete (football, baseball, basketball) at Division III Occidental College.[citation needed]
Professional career
He attended NFL Rookie Mini-Camp with the Detroit Lions in 2009, but was not signed to a contract. Goltz was drafted 3rd overall in the 2010 UFL draft by Dennis Green and the Sacramento Mountain Lions. He signed with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers in October 2010. On July 26, 2013, he played his first game as starting quarterback, following an injury to Buck Pierce.[1]
Personal
His wife, Meri-De, is former professional beach and indoor volleyball player.[2]
References
- ^ "Justin Goltz to take over as Bombers starting quarterback against Stampeders". The Canadian Press. CTV News. 24 July 2013. Retrieved 27 July 2013.
- ^ Wiecek, Paul (26 July 2013). "Goltz's wife waited her whole life for him; perhaps he's what Bomber fans have been waiting for as well". Winnipeg Free Press. Retrieved 27 July 2013.
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