Argos add Chamblin for defence
Corey Chamblin is back coaching in the CFL. The former Grey Cup-winning head coach was named to the Toronto Argonauts’ staff Tuesday. He’ll serve as the club’s assistant head coach under Marc Trestman as well its defensive co-ordinator and defensive backs coach.
Chamblin replaces Rich Stubler, who was relieved of his duties as the Argos’ defensive co-ordinator. Toronto did retain Marcus Brady as its offensive co-ordinator.
“The opportunity to work with Marc for an organization with such a storied tradition like the Argonauts is an honour,” said Chamblin. “I look forward to getting know the entire staff and our players over the coming months as we prepare for the season.
“Together, we will build a defence that our fans will be proud of. One that plays fast, plays hard, and plays smart. I can’t wait to get started.”
Chamblin, 39, has previous CFL experience as a defensive backs coach (Winnipeg, Calgary 2007-2010), defensive co-ordinator (Hamilton 2011) and head coach (Saskatchewan 201215), leading the Riders to the 2013 Grey Cup title. Chamblin was also named the CFL’s coach of the year following Saskatchewan’s championship run. He was fired as Roughriders head coach in August 2015.
Brady, 37, has been Toronto’s offensive co-ordinator since 2013, working with former head coach Scott Milanovich. Brady worked under Trestman for four seasons while Trestman was the Alouettes head coach from 2008 through 2012.