James Donald Abson (September 30, 1920 – November 21, 2008) was a Canadian football defensive back and flying wing. He played for the Ottawa Rough Riders from 1945 to 1946.[1][2]

Jimmy Abson
Date of birthSeptember 30, 1920
Place of birthOttawa, Ontario, Canada
Date of deathNovember 21, 2008(2008-11-21) (aged 88)
Career information
CFL statusNational
Position(s)DB/FW
JuniorOttawa Gladstones
Career history
As player
19451946Ottawa Rough Riders

References

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  1. ^ Maher, Tod; Gill, Bob (2013). The Canadian Pro Football Encyclopedia: Every Player, Coach and Game, 1946–2012. Maher Sports Media. p. 139. ISBN 978-0983513667.
  2. ^ "Jim Abson". justsportsstats.com. Retrieved April 18, 2016.