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New year, same flaws as B.C. Lions stand pat in CFL free agency

JC Abbott - 2026-02-20

Meet the new B.C. Lions, same as the old B.C. Lions. While other teams scrambled to make moves after the starting bell rang in CFL free agency, the Lions stayed outside the fray. Since February 10, the team has signed just three players with CFL experience, none of whom seem like locks to make the […]

Former CFL commissioner Randy Ambrosie named 2026 Distinguished Leader by Brock University business school

3Down Staff - 2026-02-20

Former CFL commissioner Randy Ambrosie has been selected by the Goodman School of Business at Brock University as its 2026 Distinguished Leader. “Our students are preparing to lead in environments that demand resilience, adaptability and integrity,” Goodman’s dean Barry Wright said in a statement. “Randy Ambrosie has lived those qualities at the highest levels. First […]

Toronto Argonauts sign second-round CFL Draft pick Paris Shand, two others

3Down Staff - 2026-02-20

The Toronto Argonauts have signed three players for the 2026 season, including top 2025 CFL Draft prospect Paris Shand. Shand was selected by the Toronto Argonauts in the second round, 19th overall, during the 2025 CFL draft. However, he initially signed with the Buffalo Bills as an NFL undrafted free agent, attending training camp with […]

Dominique Rhymes retires from CFL

3Down Staff - 2026-02-20

Dominique Rhymes has announced his retirement after eight seasons in the CFL. The 32-year-old spent the 2025 season with the Calgary Stampeders, making 50 receptions for 886 yards and six touchdowns over 17 regular-season games. He recently became a free agent. “After nearly a decade in the CFL, I’m officially hanging up the cleats. From […]

Winnipeg Blue Bombers sign former Redblack Deandre Lamont

3Down Staff - 2026-02-20

The Winnipeg Blue Bombers have signed American defensive back Deandre Lamont. 3DownNation has confirmed, which appeared on the CFL’s transactions wire on Friday. The 27-year-old played 12 games for the Ottawa Redblacks last season, amassing 40 defensive tackles, two special teams tackles, and one interception. He has been a free agent since February 10. The […]

3DownNation Podcast: Elks feeling bullish, Collaros mulling future, Elgersma to throw at NFL Combine

3Down Staff - 2026-02-20

Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott discuss whether or not the Edmonton Elks will make the playoffs after diving into the CFL’s free agent pool, Zach Collaros indicating the 2026 season could be his last, Taylor Elgersma heading to the NFL Combine, five CFL veterans announcing their retirement, the Montreal Alouettes axing their cheerleading […]

Former Presidents’ Trophy winner Adam Auclair retires from CFL

3Down Staff - 2026-02-20

Veteran Canadian linebacker Adam Auclair has retired from the CFL. The 29-year-old made the announcement via his Instagram account on Thursday. He had been a free agent since the expiration of his contract with the B.C. Lions on February 10. Auclair was limited to 10 games in 2025 due to injury, making one defensive tackle […]

B.C. Lions sign Kansas standout Marvin Grant

3Down Staff - 2026-02-20

The B.C. Lions have signed American linebacker Marvin Grant. The six-foot-two, 210-pound defender spent three seasons at Kansas University, primarily as a safety. He registered 163 total tackles, 10 tackles for a loss, eight pass breakups, three sacks and a pair of forced fumbles in 38 games with the Jayhawks. The native of Detroit, Mich., […]

Canadian QB Taylor Elgersma accepts invite to 2026 NFL Combine: sources

Justin Dunk - 2026-02-19

Canadian quarterback Taylor Elgermsa has accepted an invite to the 2026 NFL Combine in Indianapolis, Indiana, per sources. He becomes the second U Sports QB ever invited to the NFL Combine, joining Acadia University star Larry Jusdanis who attended the showcase event in 1995. Each year NFL teams can invite select free agents to the […]

Drew Wolitarsky recalls breaking six ribs in last game with Winnipeg Blue Bombers

John Hodge - 2026-02-19

Drew Wolitarsky was a gritty receiver throughout his eight seasons in the Canadian Football League, the first seven of which were spent with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers. In 2024, his final year with the team, he played through broken ribs multiple times. “I broke (some ribs) in Toronto in (late July) and I tried to […]