Jim Corrigall, CFL legend and Kent State star, passes away at 80
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 16, 2026, 3:03 AM
Last updated Jul 16, 2026
Jim Corrigall, a celebrated player for Kent State and a CFL standout, has died at 80, as announced by Kent State University on July 16. Corrigall was a prominent defensive tackle and linebacker during his collegiate career, earning All-American honors and setting records that were once held at Kent State. After being drafted by the NFL's St. Louis Cardinals, he opted to play professionally with the Toronto Argonauts, achieving multiple accolades throughout his 12 seasons in the CFL. Beyond his playing career, Corrigall returned to Kent State as head coach and contributed as an assistant coach at other institutions. Funeral arrangements are not yet available.
- •Jim Corrigall died at age 80, announced on July 16.
- •He starred as a defensive tackle and linebacker at Kent State.
- •Corrigall played professionally for the Toronto Argonauts in the CFL.
- •He was inducted into multiple sports halls of fame.
- •Funeral arrangements have yet to be announced.
- 3:03 AMYahoo Sports — Jim Corrigall, All-American at Kent State and CFL legend, dies at 80
"Jim Corrigall, one of the greatest players in both Kent State and Canadian football history, has died at the age of 80. KSU announced Corrigall's passing Monday on social media mourning him as someone who "embodied what it means to be a Golden Flash both as a player and a coach." "Our thoughts are with his family, friends, teammates, and all who had the privilege of knowing him," the university's football team wrote.
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