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Toronto Argonauts sign first-round CFL draft pick Enock Makonzo, one other

3Down Staff - 2026-02-18

The Toronto Argonauts have signed Canadian defensive back Enock Makonzo and American receiver Dymere Miller. Makonzo was originally selected with the fourth overall pick in the 2022 CFL Draft by the Edmonton Elks. He played 22 regular-season games over two years with the club at strong-side linebacker and recorded 67 defensive tackles, one special teams […]

William Langlais retires after 10 seasons with Calgary Stampeders

3Down Staff - 2026-02-18

Canadian fullback William Langlais has formally announced his retirement after 10 seasons with the Calgary Stampeders. He became a free agent last week. “My body is telling me to move on and my mind is at peace with it,” he said in a statement. “First and foremost, I would like to thank God and the […]

Saskatchewan Roughriders extend Grey Cup tour

3Down Staff - 2026-02-18

The Saskatchewan Roughriders have added new stops to their ongoing Grey Cup tour. The tour will make an appearance at the Meadow Lake Co-op at 4:30 p.m. local time on Wednesday, February 18. As was previously announced, the Grey Cup will be at the Saskatchewan Winter Games in Meadow Lake earlier that day at 2:00 […]

Winnipeg Blue Bombers QB Zach Collaros says 2026 CFL season could be his last

John Hodge - 2026-02-17

Zach Collaros is happy to be back for his fourteenth season in the Canadian Football League and seventh with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers, but admitted it could be his last. “There’s a chance (this will be my final season) but not in a negative way. I still feel really good, I still really enjoy the […]

Two-time all-star Steven Dunbar Jr. retires from CFL

3Down Staff - 2026-02-17

American receiver Steven Dunbar Jr. has retired from professional football. The 30-year-old made the announcement via multiple social media platforms on Tuesday. I’m officially retiring from football. Thank you God. Thank you to my family for all the sacrifices along the years of me playing. Thank you to my teammates and coaches throughout the journey. […]

Former CFL players Shaq Murray-Lawrence, Jay Dearborn finish off Winter Olympic podium in two-man bobsleigh

3Down Staff - 2026-02-17

Two former CFL players competed in the two-man bobsleigh at the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games on Tuesday, finishing off the podium. Shaq Murray-Lawrence competed alongside pilot Austin Taylor, crossing the line 4.9 seconds behind the leader. That put their sled in 18th place, as the three German teams swept the podium. The native […]

Winnipeg Blue Bombers stuck in Taylor Elgersma purgatory

John Hodge - 2026-02-17

The Winnipeg Blue Bombers have made no progress getting Canadian quarterback Taylor Elgersma under contract, which appears to have them feeling discouraged. “It’s a tough one. I talked to his (CFL) agent who is a Canadian guy, and then they have an American guy (for the NFL). They’re still trying, they’re still holding out hope […]

Jorgen Hus evaluating CFL playing future with Saskatchewan Roughriders

3Down Staff - 2026-02-17

Longtime Saskatchewan Roughriders’ long-snapper Jorgen Hus has a decision to make about his CFL playing future. “Ongoing with Jorgen. He‘s trying to evaluate whether he wants to play again or not. He’s got off-field stuff that he does as well,” general manager Jeremy O’Day said. The 36-year-old is the longest-tenured Riders player. He’s dressed in 166 […]

Hamilton Tiger-Cats to expand in-stadium fan zone

3Down Staff - 2026-02-17

The Hamilton Tiger-Cats are introducing an expanded fan zone at the north end of their home stadium. Starting this season, the formerly-dubbed North End Patio will become The Porter Hangar, a two-level structure designed to create what the club calls an intimate, energetic atmosphere. It will provide weather-protected reserved seating and dedicated entry. “At Hamilton […]

Toronto Argonauts sign bruiser Qualan Jones, one other

3Down Staff - 2026-02-17

The Toronto Argonauts have signed American running back Qualan Jones and American linebacker James Neal. Jones finished his collegiate career at Stephen F. Austin University in 2024 where he rushed for 798 yards, caught 13 passes for 80 yards, and scored eight touchdown over 10 games. The five-foot-ten, 242-pound native of Grand Prairie, Texas previously […]