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Calgary Stampeders ink undrafted Laurier kicker Dawson Hodge
3Down Staff - 2026-01-02
The Calgary Stampeders have signed Canadian kicker Dawson Hodge. The 24-year-old went unselected in the 2025 CFL Draft, but spent time in training camp with the Toronto Argonauts and Saskatchewan Roughriders. He played in one pre-season game for the Riders, converting a 31-yard field goal while averaging 64 yards on three kickoffs and punting once […]
Winnipeg Blue Bombersâ QB Zach Collaros rings in new year with $100,000 offseason bonus
Justin Dunk - 2026-01-01
Winnipeg Blue Bombers’ quarterback Zach Collaros has rung in the new year with a $100,000 offseason roster bonus. The 37-year-old will receiver another $100,000 on January 15. He has a $400,000 base salary for the 2026 CFL season, which will bring his total earnings for the year to an even $600,000. The 13-year veteran ranks […]
B.C. Lions extend unsung defensive tackle Jonah Tavai through 2027
3Down Staff - 2026-01-01
The B.C. Lions have signed American defensive lineman Jonah Tavai to a two-year contract extension that will keep him with the franchise through 2027. The five-foot-10, 283-pound defensive tackle appeared in 13 regular-season games for the Leos in 2025 and was viewed as a catalyst in the trenches despite not receiving All-CFL recognition, recording 26 […]
3DownNation CFL power rankings: Grey Cup champion Saskatchewan Roughriders hold top spot
3Down Staff - 2026-01-01
2026 is officially upon us, which means it’s time to take stock of how all nine CFL teams rank as we embark on a new year. Things will obviously change by the time the regular-season starts on Thursday, June 4, but this is how the team stack up right now. 3DownNation’s power rankings are created […]
Cornish Trophy finalist Nuer Gatkuoth loses NCAA eligibility, enters 2026 NFL & CFL Drafts
3Down Staff - 2026-01-01
One of the best Canadian pass rushers in college football is making the jump to the pros a year earlier than expected. Wake Forest defensive end Nuer Gatkuoth has declared for the 2026 NFL Draft. In so doing, he is expected to be automatically entered into the 2026 CFL Draft. The native of Edmonton, Alta., […]
Canadian DE Akheem Mesidor leads Miami Hurricanes to College Football Playoff upset over Ohio State
3Down Staff - 2026-01-01
The University of Miami knocked off defending national champion Ohio State 24-14 in the Cotton Bowl on New Year’s Eve, thanks in part to another strong performance from star Canadian pass rusher Akheem Mesidor. The native of Ottawa, Ont., came out of the gate firing with two sacks in the first quarter, leading a strong […]
The Hamilton Tiger-Cats’ top 10 all-time leading passers
3Down Staff - 2025-12-31
The Hamilton Tiger-Cats were established in 1950 and have since had some stellar quarterback play. Here are the top 10 all-time leading passers in franchise history. 10) Henry Burris — 10,294 yards 2013-2014 The native of Spiro, Okla. cracked this list despite spending only two seasons in The Hammer. Burris led the Tiger-Cats to Grey […]
Toronto Argonauts extend Isaac Darkangelo, Jake Herslow, David Ungerer III
3Down Staff - 2025-12-31
The Toronto Argonauts have re-signed three veterans, including American linebacker Isaac Darkangelo, American receiver Jake Herslow, and Canadian receiver David Ungerer III. Darkangelo made 60 defensive tackles, 22 special teams tackles, four forced fumbles, and two sacks over 18 regular-season games. The native of Brighton, Mi. mostly filled a depth role, though he also made […]
3DownNation’s top 10 stories of 2025
3Down Staff - 2025-12-31
2025 was a loaded year of CFL news, filled with fascinating storylines and unprecedented developments. The league appointed its 15th commissioner, Stewart Johnston, to generally positive reviews, only to have his unilateral decision to modernize the game fuel controversy for months. Canadian quarterback Nathan Rourke bounced back from his NFL hangover to win Most Outstanding […]
Winnipeg Blue Bombers sign big-bodied receiver Jahmal Banks, four others
3Down Staff - 2025-12-31
The Winnipeg Blue Bombers have signed five American players, including receivers Jahmal Banks and Gerald Monroe, offensive linemen Tyler Elsbury and Joe More, and defensive back Cam McCutcheon. Banks played collegiately at the University of Nebraska in 2024 where he made 44 catches for 587 yards and three touchdowns. The six-foot-four, 220-pound native of Washington, […]