Flashback, May 29th, 2013: Desjardins names Sunderland Ottawa's Assistant GM

Not much to add; If Sunderland was with the Montreal Alouettes prior to his Jets experience, then his path and Desjardins' would have crossed during that time.  Since Jeremy Snyder spent the last three seasons with the Alouettes, that makes only Miles Gorrell the only front office member to not have spent a significant portion of his career with Montréal.

In 2004, the Alouettes posted a 14-4 regular season.  In 2005 they were 10-8 and lost the Grey Cup to Edmonton in overtime.

OTTAWA -- Ottawa’s new Canadian Football League franchise today announced that Brock Sunderland has been appointed Assistant General Manager.

Sunderland, now in his 10th season in professional football, will be involved in all facets of football operations including scouting and player contracts.

“I’m delighted to welcome Brock to our organization” said team General Manager Marcel Desjardins.

“He brings a wealth of experience and a proven eye for talent that will be invaluable to our organization as we evaluate players and build our team for the 2014 season.”

Prior to joining the Ottawa franchise, Sunderland spent six seasons with the NFL’s New York Jets in scouting roles, most recently covering college players in the western United States.

He also served as an advance pro scout, preparing reports for the Jets on upcoming opponents.  Prior to joining the Jets, Sunderland spent three seasons with the Montreal Alouettes where he was promoted to Director of Scouting after serving as a professional and amateur scout.

“I consider myself very fortunate to be able to return to the Canadian Football League and specifically to Ottawa,” said Sunderland.  “I'm looking forward to helping build a team from the ground up with people who are well respected in this industry.  This is a once in a lifetime opportunity.”

A native of Great Falls Montana, Sunderland was a wide receiver and punt returner for the University of Montana before knee injuries ended his playing career. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Communications.