Lawrence returns to Ticats for 2023

Simoni Lawrence is headed back to Steeltown.

The veteran linebacker is returning to the Hamilton Tiger-Cats for 2023.

"Simoni is someone I've had the pleasure of knowing since 2013," said Hamilton head coach/president of football operations Orlondo Steinauer. "He is a terrific individual with a proven track record of exceptional playmaking.

"It is obvious that Simoni, is a remarkable contributor to the organization both on and off the field. We are excited that Simoni has decided to remain a Hamilton Tiger-Cat for a 10th season.”

Lawrence, 34, has spent nine seasons of his 10-year CFL career with the Ticats following a rookie season with Edmonton.

He appeared in nine games last season, recording 41 defensive tackles.

A three-time CFL All-Star, Lawrence is the Ticats' all-time leader in tackles with 632. In 2019, Lawrence set a new record for tackles in a single game with 17 in a Sept. 30 game against the Winnipeg Blue Bombers.