Receiver Arceneaux returns to B.C Lions after two-year stint in NFL

VANCOUVER – Wide receiver Emmanuel Arceneaux is returning to the B.C. Lions.

The Lions announced Tuesday that Arceneaux has reached an agreement with the team.

Arceneaux played the 2009 and 2010 seasons with the Lions before spending two years in the NFL with the Minnesota Vikings, Washington Redskins and New York Jets.

“We are very pleased to have Emmanuel returning to the club,” Lions VP of business operations and GM Wally Buono said in a statement. “He brings experience, leadership and speed to our offence and I know fans will be very excited to see him back on the field in a Lions uniform.”

Arceneaux made three NFL regular season appearances all coming in 2011 with the Vikings, recording one reception for 10 yards.

Prior to his departure, Arceneaux appeared in 36 regular season games for the Lions, compiling 130 receptions for 1,972 yards and 12 touchdowns. He had another 269 yards on 17 receptions in three playoff appearances.

“I am honoured to be back with the Lions,” said Arceneaux from his home in Louisiana. “My last meaningful game as a pro came in the playoffs back in 2010 and it will be a great feeling to get back on the field with everyone in B.C. I’ve missed playing in Vancouver, I’ve missed the fans and I’m ready to start having fun again.”