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Bruce Covernton

Bruce Covernton (August 12, 1966 – January 23, 2024) was a Canadian professional football player who was a tackle for the Calgary Stampeders of the Canadian Football League (CFL). He was selected first overall by the Stampeders in the 1992 Canadian College Draft.

Covernton was first team All-American and All-Big Sky Conference at Weber State University.[citation needed] Bruce also attended the NFL Combine in 1991.[citation needed]

Covernton was voted the West's top rookie in 1992 and top offensive lineman in 1993.[citation needed] He twice earned division All-Star honours and was All-CFL in 1993.[citation needed] Covernton was part of the Grey Cup championship teams in 1992 and 1998.

Covernton was owner and CEO of Champion staffing company in Calgary and involved in many local charities.

Covernton died on January 23, 2024, at the age of 57.

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