Mario Alford


Mario Alford is an American gridiron football wide receiver for the Montreal Alouettes of the Canadian Football League. He played college football at West Virginia.

Professional career

Cincinnati Bengals

Alford was drafted by the Cincinnati Bengals in the seventh round, 238th overall, in the 2015 NFL Draft. He played in one game his rookie year with the Bengals registering one catch for 15 yards. On September 3, 2016, he was released by the Bengals.

New York Jets

On November 16, 2016, Alford was signed to the Jets' practice squad. He was released by the team on December 6, 2016.

Cleveland Browns

Alford was signed to the Browns' practice squad on December 13, 2016. He was promoted to the active roster on December 17, 2016.
On September 1, 2017, Alford was waived by the Browns during roster cutdowns.

Chicago Bears

On September 12, 2017, Alford was signed to the Chicago Bears' practice squad.

Toronto Argonauts

On June 3, 2018, Alford signed with the Toronto Argonauts of the Canadian Football League. He was released on May 25, 2019.

Montreal Alouettes

On September 24, 2019, it was announced that Alford had signed with the Montreal Alouettes.