The Hamilton Tiger-Cats announced a new three-year deal for defensive back Stavros Katsantonis on Monday.
Katsantonis, 29, was named to the All-CFL and East Division All-Star teams in 2025.
He appeared in 17 games this past season, recording 69 defensive tackles, three special teams tackles and six interceptions.
“Coming back to Hamilton and being locked in for another three years means a lot to me,” Katsantonis said. “It’s where I started my career and I take pride in continuing to grow here as a player and a leader in this organization and community. I’m truly grateful for this city, and our amazing fanbase. There’s nothing better than running out of the tunnel and hearing our fans on game day. Wearing this logo matters, and I’m excited to get back to work with this group and keep pushing towards bringing a Grey Cup back to where it belongs in Hamilton.”
A native of Bakersfield, CA, Katsantonis was originally taken with the 36th overall pick of the 2020 CFL Draft out of UBC where he won a Vanier Cup in 2015.
Over five seasons with the Ticats, Katsantonis has 200 defensive tackles, 29 special teams tackles, three sacks and 12 picks, including one pick-six, in 81 games played.