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Saskatchewan Roughriders sign four-time all-conference honouree Jaison Williams
3Down Staff - 2026-02-13
The Saskatchewan Roughriders have signed American offensive lineman Jaison Williams.  The six-foot-four, 320-pound blocker attended Youngstown State University, where he made 52 starts across six seasons with the Penguins. He saw action at every position except centre, but was primarily utilized at right tackle, allowing just seven sacks and 53 total pressures across 1,636 career pass […]
Saskatchewan Roughriders sign former FCS All-American James Burgess Jr.
3Down Staff - 2026-02-13
The Saskatchewan Roughriders have signedâ¯American defensive back James Burgess Jr.â¯Â The six-foot-three, 190-pound cornerback played four seasons at Alabama State, appearing in 40 games for the Hornets. He collected 94 total tackles, four tackles for loss, a sack, a forced fumble, 21 pass breakups, and six interceptions, including two returned for touchdowns. The native of […]
Ottawa Redblacks sign Toledo return weapon Jacquez Stuart, three others
3Down Staff - 2026-02-13
The Ottawa Redblacks have signed four players to their training camp roster, adding American running back Jacquez Stuart, American receivers Cade McDonald and Mathew Sexton, and Global offensive lineman Nouredin Nouili. Stuart played 58 games over six seasons at the University of Toledo, registering 1,904 yards on 365 carries with 13 touchdowns, while adding 50 […]
Winnipeg Blue Bombers add former Saskatchewan Roughrider Robert Javier, one other
3Down Staff - 2026-02-13
The Winnipeg Blue Bombers have signed American defensive back Robert Javier and American wide receiver Jamoi Mayes. Javier returns to the CFL after previously spending time on the Saskatchewan Roughriders practice roster in 2024. He attended training camp with the team in 2025, but was released as part of final roster cuts. The six-foot-one, 195-pound […]
‘That eventually bites you in the ass’: Winnipeg Blue Bombers change status quo in CFL free agency
John Hodge - 2026-02-12
The Winnipeg Blue Bombers appear to have gone all-in on winning the Grey Cup in 2026, which begs the question: why didn’t they do the same thing last year? Winnipeg broke the bank in free agency, paying $250,000 for offensive lineman Jarell Broxton, $235,000 for defensive lineman Jake Ceresna, $222,000 for receiver Tim White, $175,000 […]
Hamilton Tiger-Cats sign Canadian receiver Kurleigh Gittens Jr.: sources
Justin Dunk - 2026-02-12
The Hamilton Tiger-Cats have signed Canadian receiver Kurleigh Gittens Jr., per sources. The 28-year-old spent the past two seasons with the Edmonton Elks, appearing in 34 regular-season games with the team. He caught 62 passes for 777 yards and four touchdowns for the Green and Gold in 2025, following a 2024 campaign that saw him […]
Dalton Schoen’s future with Winnipeg Blue Bombers clear as mud
John Hodge - 2026-02-12
The Winnipeg Blue Bombers don’t appear to have made any long-term decisions regarding injured receiver Dalton Schoen, who officially became a free agent on Tuesday. The veteran target is one of three players who weren’t re-signed by the team after suffering ACL injuries in 2025, the other two being quarterback Chris Streveler and defensive back […]
3DownNation podcast: Tiger-Cats reload, best big money value, possible CFL free agency changes
3Down Staff - 2026-02-12
3DownNation’s Justin Dunk, John Hodge and J.C. Abbott break down the Hamilton Tiger-Cats moves, discuss speculation regarding changes to CFL free agency and tampering window, which big money contract provides the best value and explain how Maxime Rouyer was able to switch from Global to National designation. Powered by RedCircle
Ottawa Redblacks sign two former NFL Draft picks, including Arizona Cardinals second-rounder Andy Isabella
3Down Staff - 2026-02-12
The Ottawa Redblacks have signed a pair of former NFL draft picks in receiver Andy Isabella and defensive lineman Jordan Smith. Isabella was originally selected in the second round, 62nd overall, of the 2019 NFL Draft by the Arizona Cardinals. He went on to play 43 games over five seasons in the NFL with the […]
Hamilton Tiger-Cats re-sign former Most Outstanding Rookie finalist Shemar Bridges
3Down Staff - 2026-02-12
The Hamilton Tiger-Cats have re-signed American receiver Shemar Bridges. He had been a free agent since February 10. The 28-year-old first joined the Ticats in 2024 and has appeared in 33 regular-season games over two seasons with the club. The six-foot-four, 208-pound pass catcher has recorded 117 receptions for 1,294 yards and six touchdowns. During […]