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Grey Cup-winning QB sneak specialist Jordan Lynch inducted into College Football Hall of Fame
3Down Staff - 2026-01-15
Former CFL short-yardage quarterback Jordan Lynch has been inducted into the National Football Foundation’s College Football Hall of Fame as part of the class of 2026. Lynch played two seasons for the Edmonton Football Team in 2015 and 2016, completing just six passes for 48 yards and a touchdown in his CFL career. He was […]
CFL commissioner Stewart Johnston denies pushback to structural rule changes, won’t consider reversal
JC Abbott - 2026-01-14
CFL commissioner Stewart Johnston is not interested in rehashing the debate around the league’s upcoming structural rule changes. Speaking from the CFL winter meetings in Calgary, Johnston cleared up any confusion as to whether those changes could be subject to alteration or reversal. “The changes announced in September were unanimously approved by the board of […]
CFL playoff format discussed during 2026 league winter meetings
Justin Dunk - 2026-01-14
The Canadian Football League’s playoff format was discussed during the 2026 winter meetings in Calgary. “We know that in many other leagues there’s been an introduction of different playoff formats, play-in games, mid-season playoffs, new playoff formats. We talked about our playoff format and how the Grey Cup is the single biggest annual championship in our country,” […]
CFL sets start of 2026 season as self-imposed deadline for new broadcast deal
John Hodge - 2026-01-14
If it has its way, the Canadian Football League will reach its next broadcast agreement before the 2026 season gets underway. “I think most leagues, and we would count ourselves among them, would love your next broadcast deal settled before your final season begins, so a self-imposed deadline on the league office I would put […]
CFL commissioner Stewart Johnston bullish on expansion, would love tenth team by 2030
John Hodge - 2026-01-14
Though he denied the CFL has a particular timeline set for expansion, league commissioner Stewart Johnston seems optimistic about reaching an even ten teams by 2030. “I would love to see a tenth team join us by 2030. I think that’s a great date to focus on,” he told the media from the league’s offseason […]
CFL rules committee recommends leaving late-half clock unchanged, eliminating ties in overtime
3Down Staff - 2026-01-14
The CFL rules committee has made two recommendations for 2026, the league has confirmed to 3DownNation. TSN was first to report the news. The first recommendation is in regards to the game clock. The league is changing to a 35-second running play clock for 2026, though the rules committee is recommending leaving the clock unchanged […]
Hamilton Tiger-Cats re-sign All-CFL defender Julian Howsare
3Down Staff - 2026-01-14
The Hamilton Tiger-Cats have signed veteran defensive lineman Julian Howsare to a contract extension. The 33-year-old had a career-year in 2025 when he recorded 43 defensive tackles, 13 sacks, two forced fumbles, one interception, and one touchdown over 18 regular-season games. He was named All-East Division, All-CFL, and the East Division’s nominee for Most Outstanding […]
Former Saskatchewan Roughriders OL Trevor Reid selected by Dallas Renegades in UFL Draft
3Down Staff - 2026-01-14
The Dallas Renegades have selected former Saskatchewan Roughriders offensive lineman Trevor Reid in the UFL Free Agent Draft. Reid signed a reserve futures contract with the Minnesota Vikings in January 2025 after being released by the Riders to pursue NFL opportunities. He was waived by the Vikings on April 22 with a non-football injury designation […]
Hamilton Tiger-Cats release Jose Ramirez to pursue NFL opportunity
3Down Staff - 2026-01-14
The Hamilton Tiger-Cats have released American defensive lineman Jose Ramirez to pursue an opportunity in the NFL. The 26-year-old signed with the team in September and played in three regular-season games, recording four defensive tackles and one sack. The six-foot-two, 252-pound edge rusher was originally a sixth-round pick in the 2023 NFL Draft by the […]
Montreal Alouettes add former NFL QB Kellen Mond to negotiation list
3Down Staff - 2026-01-14
The Montreal Alouettes have added quarterback Kellen Mond to their negotiation list. The six-foot-three, 211-pound passer was a collegiate standout over four seasons at Texas A&M where he posted a 31-13 record as a starter. Mond completed 59.0 percent of his passes with the Aggies for 9,661 yards, 71 touchdowns, and 27 interceptions. He also […]