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Jarell Broxton surprised B.C. Lions didn’t improve contract offer in CFL free agency
John Hodge - 2026-02-19
The Winnipeg Blue Bombers signed All-CFL offensive lineman Jarell Broxton away from the West Division rival B.C. Lions during the league’s recent free agent frenzy. The veteran blocker was happy in B.C., though it doesn’t appear he was thrilled with the contract extension he was offered by the Lions. “I was surprised (B.C. didn’t offer […]
Edinboro Fighting Scots honouring Saskatchewan Roughriders alumni Trevor Harris, Jeremy O’Day
3Down Staff - 2026-02-19
Two seminal figures in the Saskatchewan Roughriders’ 2025 Grey Cup championship are being recognized by their alma mater for their accomplishments. Quarterback Trevor Harris and general manager Jeremy O’Day are two of the 17 individuals selected for recognition by Pennsylvania Western University, Edinboro, as part of the 75th anniversary of the Pennsylvania Athletic Conference (PSAC). […]
Edmonton Elks move preseason game to Clarke Stadium
3Down Staff - 2026-02-19
The Edmonton Elks have moved their preseason game scheduled for Friday, May 29 against the Calgary Stampeders to Clarke Stadium. The change was made because the Canadian Men’s National Team is scheduled to play an international friendly on June 1, which requires Commonwealth Stadium to be temporarily converted to a natural grass playing surface. The […]
Chicago Bears release Canadian veteran Amen Ogbongbemiga
3Down Staff - 2026-02-19
The Chicago Bears have released Canadian linebacker Amen Ogbongbemiga. The move will save the organization $2.07 million in salary cap space with just $375,000 in dead money. Ogbongbemiga appeared in eight games last season, making one start. He made 17 total tackles and broke up one pass. He was in the first year of a […]
Five-time Grey Cup champion, former Queen’s head coach Bob Howes passes away
3Down Staff - 2026-02-19
Longtime CFL offensive lineman Bob Howes passed away on Monday, February 16, at the age of 83. Hailing from Kirkland Lake, Ont., Howes entered the CFL in 1968 with the B.C. Lions and spent four seasons with the team. He moved to Edmonton in 1972 and played a decade with the organization, earning a West […]
Drew Wolitarsky retires with Winnipeg Blue Bombers
John Hodge - 2026-02-19
Drew Wolitarsky has signed a one-day contract with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers to officially retire as a member of the team. The 30-year-old originally joined the club as a supplemental draft pick in 2017. He spent seven seasons with the Blue Bombers, recording 227 catches for 2,954 yards and 18 touchdowns. He won two Grey […]
Ottawa Redblacks sign West Virginia standout T.J. Jackson II, four others
3Down Staff - 2026-02-19
The Ottawa Redblacks have signed five Americans, including receiver Daniel Jackson, defensive linemen T.J. Jackson II, Anton Juncaj, and Josh Pearcy, and defensive back Jeremy Lucien. Daniel Jackson played 54 games over five seasons for the University of Minnesota, registering 208 receptions for 2,685 yards and 18 touchdowns. The five-foot-11, 195-pound target was named second-team […]
Montreal Alouettes sign former NFL Draft pick Arlington Hambright, one other
3Down Staff - 2026-02-19
The Montreal Alouettes have signed American offensive lineman Arlington Hambright and American defensive back Derrick Langford. Hambright was selected in the seventh round of the 2020 NFL Draft, 226th overall, by the Chicago Bears. He dressed for nine games as a rookie, making one start at guard. The six-foot-five, 300-pound blocker spent the 2021 season […]
Jeremy O’Day explains why Saskatchewan Roughriders signed James Letcher Jr., James Vaughters in CFL free agency
Justin Dunk - 2026-02-18
The Saskatchewan Roughriders believe the team upgraded its primary returner in CFL free agency and filled a need at defensive end. After electing to let Mario Alford move on, the Riders signed James Letcher Jr. The 26-year-old flashed his potential with the Montreal Alouettes, particularly in 2024. That year, he ranked second in the CFL […]
Zach Collaros believes Blue Bombers sent message with CFL free agent haul
John Hodge - 2026-02-18
The Winnipeg Blue Bombers were one of the most aggressive teams in CFL free agency, which has franchise quarterback Zach Collaros feeling excited for 2026. “I think it just sends a message like, ‘Hey, we’re trying to win now. We want to continue competing for West (Division) championships and competing for Grey Cups,'” Collaros told […]