Doug Hogue


Doug Hogue is a former American football linebacker who most recently played for the Winnipeg Blue Bombers of the Canadian Football League.
Hogue played college football at Syracuse. He was originally drafted by the Detroit Lions in the fifth round of the 2011 NFL Draft, where he spent his rookie season, primarily playing special teams. After Week 7 of the 2012 season, Hogue was waived by the Lions and subsequently claimed by the Carolina Panthers. He attended the Panthers' training camp in 2013, but was released during final cuts. He was later signed by the Winnipeg Blue Bombers on January 17, 2014, but was cut April 17 during training camp.

Personal life

Hogue's younger brother, Dustin, is a professional basketball player. He played college basketball for Iowa State. He now plays internationally for BC Enisey of the VTB United League.