Mike Labinjo
Canadian gridiron football player (1980–2018)
Michael Labinjo (July 8, 1980 – September 21, 2018) was a Canadian professional football player who was a defensive end in the National Football League (NFL) and Canadian Football League (CFL). He played college football for the Michigan State Spartans, and professionally for the Calgary Stampeders, Philadelphia Eagles, Indianapolis Colts, and Miami Dolphins.
Early life
Labinjo was born in Toronto, Ontario, and attended St. Michael's College School. From 2000 to 2003 Labinjo played American football at Michigan State University.
Originally recruited as a running back, he moved to linebacker for his sophomore season. He started all 12 games as the strong side linebacker in 2001. As a junior Labinjo played in 12 games, including 8 starts. His senior season, 2003, proved to be his most productive collegiate year. Labinjo was the recipient of the Downtown Coaches Club Award as the outstanding senior on defense, after posting a career-high 94 tackles (58 solos) with five sacks for minus 43 yards and 11.5 stops for losses of 66 yards.
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