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CFL commissioner Stewart Johnston: bidding for 2027 Grey Cup to close soon

John Hodge - 2025-09-02

The CFL will soon be one step closer to awarding the 2027 Grey Cup to a host city as the bidding process is set to close this month. “We expect that final bids will be due probably within the next 30 days,” CFL commissioner Stewart Johnston told 620 CKRM on Sunday. “Then there’s an evaluation, probably […]

Calgary Stampeders blow out Elks despite quiet offensive day (& eight other thoughts)

Ryan Ballantine - 2025-09-02

The Labour Day Classic in Calgary means more than any other regular-season game, and when Edmonton heads down the No. 2 Highway, tensions are high no matter the teams’ records before kickoff. As provincial rivals for everything from sports supremacy to government spending, this game between Calgary and Edmonton sends a message as to who […]

Edmonton Elks fumble Labour Day Classic away to Stampeders (& five other thoughts)

Andrew Hoskins - 2025-09-02

The Edmonton Elks’ winning streak came to an end on Monday afternoon at McMahon Stadium as the team fell 28-7 to the Calgary Stampeders. The game was the least “classic” of the CFL’s Labour Day weekend celebrations. Neither team executed very well on offence but Calgary capitalized on mistakes, while Edmonton could not. Here are […]

Hamilton Tiger-Cats outgunned by Argonauts in Labour Day shootout (& seven other thoughts) 

Josh Thomas - 2025-09-02

This year’s Labour Day Classic between the Hamilton Tiger-Cats and Toronto Argonauts lived up to its name. The Tabbies lost by a score of 35-33 thanks to incredible late-game heroics from Argonauts receiver Dejon Brissett. The local product’s 62-yard reception allowed Lirim Hajrullahu to kick the game-winning field goal with no time left on the […]

3DownNation Podcast: Labour Day reaction, 2027 Grey Cup bids, wild U Sports finishes

3Down Staff - 2025-09-02

Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott react to the three Labour Day Classics from the weekend, which teams could bid for the 2027 Grey Cup, two wild finishes in U Sports, what’s next for Canadian QB Taylor Elgersma, the Hamilton Hurricanes hosting the first-ever Ted Goveia Bowl, Ajou Ajou returning to the Saskatchewan Roughriders, […]

Miracle play sparks Toronto Argonauts to walk-off Labour Day win (& seven other thoughts)

Griff Bordignon - 2025-09-02

The Toronto Argonauts made the trip down the QEW to face the arch-rival Hamilton Tiger-Cats in the annual Labour Day Classic on Monday afternoon at Hamilton Stadium. Both teams came in hungry for a win with the Tabbies aiming to solidify their spot atop the East Division, while the Argonauts looked keep their playoff hopes […]

Wilfrid Laurier Golden Hawks take top spot amid shakeup in U Sports football rankings

3Down Staff - 2025-09-02

There is a new team atop the U Sports football rankings after the first full week of action across the country, leading to changes at all 10 spots on the big board. The Wilfrid Laurier Golden Hawks are now the top team in the nation following their 30-9 win over the Windsor Lancers. NCAA transfer […]

Ottawa Redblacks bring back former second-round CFL draft pick Deionte Knight

3Down Staff - 2025-09-02

The Ottawa Redblacks have signed Canadian defensive lineman Deionte Knight to their practice roster. The six-foot-three, 278-pound defender signed with the Redblacks in December after finishing last season on Hamilton’s practice roster. He participated in training camp with the team but was released prior to the start of the regular season. The 26-year-old native of […]

New Orleans Saints hire Canadian-raised Thomas Dimitroff as consultant

3Down Staff - 2025-09-02

The New Orleans Saints have hired Thomas Dimitroff as a consultant. The 59-year-old was born in Barberton, Ohio but spent much of his childhood in Canada while his dad was a coach with the University of Guelph, Ottawa Rough Riders, and Hamilton Tiger-Cats. He eventually played defensive back for the Gryphons and later worked for […]

Saskatchewan Roughriders survive thriller in Labour Day Classic (& nine other thoughts)

Peter Klein - 2025-09-01

The Saskatchewan Roughriders outlasted the Winnipeg Blue Bombers for a 34-30 win in Regina in Sunday’s Labour Day Classic. This game certainly lived up to its classic billing, but it also felt like a labour of love watching all the madness. Through all the twists and turns, it was the Riders who were able to […]