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Former CFL player Mike Filer to be inducted into Brantford & Area Sports Hall of Recognition
3Down Staff - 2025-06-03
Former CFL offensive lineman Mike Filer is being inducted into the Brantford & Area Sports Hall of Recognition. The announcement was made last month and the formal induction ceremony will occur on June 11. Filer was originally a fifth-round pick in the 2012 CFL Draft out of Mount Allison University, where he was a two-time […]
Why the Montreal Alouettes released veteran running back Walter Fletcher
Pablo Herrera Vergara - 2025-06-02
The Montreal Alouettes announced their final cuts ahead of the CFL season on Saturday with running back Walter Fletcher being the name that most stood out on the list. When asked about the reasons that led to his release, general manager Danny Maciocia insisted the team’s three other running backs — Stevie Scott III, Travis […]
Corey Mace explains how Saskatchewan Roughriders handled final CFL roster cuts
Justin Dunk - 2025-06-02
Saskatchewan Roughriders’ head coach Corey Mace believes in a communicative approach when it comes to releasing players. “I told everybody: ‘Fellas, nine all-stars, that’s last year. It’s a what-have-you-done-for-us-lately kind of business. There was some heavy competition, guys had to prove to solidify their spot,” Mace said. CFL teams were mandated to cut rosters down entering the […]
Montreal Carabins, Laval Rouge et Or lead U Sports with 14 players in CFL
3Down Staff - 2025-06-02
The Université de Montréal and Université Laval are setting the pace with 14 alumni each on CFL rosters, as per a press release from McGill University. Some of the CFL’s notable former Carabins include Winnipeg Blue Bombers strong-side linebacker Redha Kramdi, Montreal Alouettes offensive lineman Pier-Olivier Lestage, Edmonton Elks linebacker Michael Brodrique, Toronto Argonauts defensive […]
3DownNation CFL power rankings: Saskatchewan Roughriders hamstrung by OL injuries entering Week 1
3Down Staff - 2025-06-02
No, you don’t need to pinch yourself! Week 1 of the 2025 CFL season is finally upon us and so is the first edition of the 3DownNation power rankings. It has been nearly four months since we last stacked the nine franchises coming out of free agency and opinions have changed a lot. Some offseason […]
Corey Mace expects Jacob Brammer to start season-opener for Roughriders despite back problem
3Down Staff - 2025-06-02
Good news, Saskatchewan Roughriders fans: the team’s banged up offensive line doesn’t appear to be losing yet another key player to injury. American offensive lineman Jacob Brammer didn’t practice on Monday due to an issue with his back, which made him a limited participant on Sunday. Head coach Corey Mace indicated after practice that the […]
Canadian QB Taylor Elgersma named U Sports male athlete of the year
3Down Staff - 2025-06-02
Wilfrid Laurier Golden Hawks quarterback Taylor Elgersma has been named the U Sports male athlete of the year. The six-foot-five, 227-pound native of London, Ont. completed 73.5 percent of his passes for 4,011 yards, 34 touchdowns, and 10 interceptions. He also rushed 40 times for 223 yards and six touchdowns while leading the Golden Hawks […]
3DownNation Podcast: big-name CFL cuts, 2025 breakout candidates, Week 1 power rankings
3Down Staff - 2025-06-02
Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott discuss the notable casualties from CFL cutdown day, breakout candidates for the 2025 season, 3DownNation’s power rankings for Week 1, Chad Kelly being cleared to practice, and the B.C. Lions surpassing 50,000 ticket sales for their home opener against the Edmonton Elks. Powered by RedCircle Please enjoy the […]
Saskatchewan Roughriders release Bailey Flint from suspended list
3Down Staff - 2025-06-02
The Saskatchewan Roughriders have released Global punter Bailey Flint from their suspended list. The six-foot-four, 210-pounder punted five times during the preseason for a net average of 33.0 yards. The native of Melbourne, Australia joined the team as a free agent in April. Flint was Hamilton’s first-round pick in the 2022 CFL Global Draft. He […]
Montreal Alouettes release preseason standout Jordan Veasy
3Down Staff - 2025-06-02
Just one day after initially making the active roster with the Montreal Alouettes, American receiver Jordan Veasy has been released by the team. The six-foot-three, 221-pound target played in both of the team’s preseason games, catching five passes for 79 yards and one touchdown. The 29-year-old native of Gadsden, Ala. signed with the team in […]