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Saskatchewan Roughriders receiver Joe Robustelli (82) runs with the ball as Winnipeg Blue Bombers defensive back Deatrick Nichols (1) defends during the second half of CFL football action in Regina, Sunday, Aug. 31, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Heywood Yu

Blue Bombers re-sign star receiver Demski, veteran defensive back Nichols

The Canadian Press 2 minute read Thursday, Dec. 18, 2025

The Winnipeg Blue Bombers re-signed two big parts of their team Thursday, signing Canadian receiver Nic Demski to a two-year deal and veteran American defensive back Deatrick Nichols to a one-year extension.

Both players were set to become free agents in February.

Demski, who turned 32 on Sunday, had 67 receptions for 1,001 yards and seven touchdowns last season. It was his third straight campaign hitting the 1,000-yard mark.

The Winnipeg native was named to the West Division all-star team for a fifth straight year.

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Calgary Stampeders re-sign rushing leader Dedrick Mills to two-year extension

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Calgary Stampeders re-sign rushing leader Dedrick Mills to two-year extension

The Canadian Press 3 minute read Wednesday, Dec. 17, 2025

CALGARY - The Calgary Stampeders have signed rushing leader Dedrick Mills to a two-year contract through the CFL 2027 season, the team announced Wednesday.

Mills was eligible to become a free agent on Feb. 10.

The 28-year-old from Waycross, Ga., led the league with a career-high 1,409 rushing yards in 2025 en route to earning divisional and leaguewide All-CFL honours. His 11 rushing touchdowns were also a personal best.

Mills added 114 rushing yards in Calgary's Western semifinal loss to the B.C. Lions.

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Wednesday, Dec. 17, 2025

Calgary Stampeders' Dedrick Mills (26), quarterback Quincy Vaughn (19) and D'Antne Demery (60) celebrate a touchdown against the Edmonton Elks during first half CFL action in Edmonton, on Friday October 24, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jason Franson
Calgary Stampeders' Dedrick Mills (26), quarterback Quincy Vaughn (19) and D'Antne Demery (60) celebrate a touchdown against the Edmonton Elks during first half CFL action in Edmonton, on Friday October 24, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jason Franson

Oliveira back in Winnipeg after ‘extremely seamless’ negotiations with Blue Bombers

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Oliveira back in Winnipeg after ‘extremely seamless’ negotiations with Blue Bombers

Jim Bender, The Canadian Press 5 minute read Tuesday, Dec. 16, 2025

WINNIPEG - Star CFL running back and pending free agent Brady Oliveira thought negotiations for his next contract would drag into the new year.

Instead, he got an early Christmas present.

The Winnipeg Blue Bombers signed the two-time outstanding Canadian to a three-year contract extension on Monday, reportedly worth $290,000 in the first year and $300,000 in both 2027 and ’28. It also comes with some unspecified guarantees.

Oliveira, 28, had indicated that he might test free agency in February but decided to stick with his hometown team.

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Tuesday, Dec. 16, 2025

Winnipeg Blue Bombers' Brady Oliveira (20) is tripped up during second half CFL action against the Montreal Alouettes, in Montreal on Thursday, Aug. 21, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Christopher Katsarov
Winnipeg Blue Bombers' Brady Oliveira (20) is tripped up during second half CFL action against the Montreal Alouettes, in Montreal on Thursday, Aug. 21, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Christopher Katsarov

Blue Bombers sign Canadian DB Redha Kramdi to two-year extension

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Blue Bombers sign Canadian DB Redha Kramdi to two-year extension

The Canadian Press 3 minute read Tuesday, Dec. 16, 2025

WINNIPEG - The Winnipeg Blue Bombers have signed Canadian defensive back Redha Kramdi to a two-year extension, the CFL club announced Tuesday.

Kramdi was scheduled to become a free agent in February.

The 28-year-old from Montreal had 47 defensive tackles, two special teams tackles, a forced fumble and his first career interception this past season.

He also tied a career high with eight tackles in a win over Hamilton in September, equalling a total he first set against Toronto in July 2024.

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Tuesday, Dec. 16, 2025

Montreal Alouettes' Tyrell Richards warms up before a CFL pre-season football game against the Ottawa Redblacks in Montreal, Friday, June, 3, 2022. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Graham Hughes
Montreal Alouettes' Tyrell Richards warms up before a CFL pre-season football game against the Ottawa Redblacks in Montreal, Friday, June, 3, 2022. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Graham Hughes

Blue Bombers sign star running back Brady Oliveira to three-year extension

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Blue Bombers sign star running back Brady Oliveira to three-year extension

The Canadian Press 2 minute read Monday, Dec. 15, 2025

WINNIPEG - The Winnipeg Blue Bombers have signed star running back Brady Oliveira to a three-year contract extension, the CFL club announced Monday.

He was set to become a free agent in February.

Oliveira, a 28-year-old from Winnipeg, rushed for 1,163 yards and three touchdowns in 2025 and set career highs in receiving with 61 receptions for 546 yards.

He was named the CFL's outstanding player in 2024 when he ran for 1,353 yards, earning a second straight league rushing title. He ran in three touchdowns and added another through the air.

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Monday, Dec. 15, 2025

Winnipeg Blue Bombers quarterback Zach Collaros (8) hands off to Brady Oliveira (20) during first half CFL action against the Saskatchewan Roughriders in Winnipeg, Friday, Oct. 17, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/John Woods
Winnipeg Blue Bombers quarterback Zach Collaros (8) hands off to Brady Oliveira (20) during first half CFL action against the Saskatchewan Roughriders in Winnipeg, Friday, Oct. 17, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/John Woods

Blue Bombers veteran Jake Thomas trades cleats for clipboard in new coaching role

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Blue Bombers veteran Jake Thomas trades cleats for clipboard in new coaching role

Judy Owen, The Canadian Press 5 minute read Yesterday at 6:21 PM CST

WINNIPEG - Willie Jefferson is giving Jake Thomas the stamp of approval in his new role as the Blue Bombers' defensive line coach.

After all, the veteran rush end has already seen Thomas in coaching mode during their six seasons as teammates in Winnipeg, including the 2025 campaign.

“Jake is one of those X's and O's guys, like old school,” Jefferson said from Texas, where he was visiting family when the Bombers made the announcement Monday.

“Pretty much once a week during the season he shows tendencies of being a really good coach, wanting the young guys (in meetings) to get up on the board and draw the plays out. And not just what they have to do, but knowing what everybody on the defensive line has to do.”

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Winnipeg Blue Bombers Jake Thomas (95) sacks Edmonton Elks quarterback Taylor Cornelius (15) during first half CFL action in Edmonton, Alta., on Friday July 22, 2022. Thomas agreed to terms on a one-year extension with Winnipeg on Friday.THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jason Franson
Winnipeg Blue Bombers Jake Thomas (95) sacks Edmonton Elks quarterback Taylor Cornelius (15) during first half CFL action in Edmonton, Alta., on Friday July 22, 2022. Thomas agreed to terms on a one-year extension with Winnipeg on Friday.THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jason Franson

Ravens, Broncos, 49ers and Seahawks lead the way with 6 players selected to Pro Bowl

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Ravens, Broncos, 49ers and Seahawks lead the way with 6 players selected to Pro Bowl

Rob Maaddi, The Associated Press 3 minute read Yesterday at 10:51 AM CST

Six Baltimore Ravens, Denver Broncos, San Francisco 49ers and Seattle Seahawks were selected for the Pro Bowl Games.

The defending Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles, along with the Dallas Cowboys, Detroit Lions and Los Angeles Chargers, are sending five players.

Reigning NFL MVP Josh Allen, Drake Maye and Justin Herbert are the AFC quarterbacks. Sam Darnold, Dak Prescott and Matthew Stafford are the QBs for the NFC.

Kansas City’s Travis Kelce was selected for his 11th Pro Bowl, tied with Jason Witten for the second-most among tight ends, behind only Pro Football Hall of Famer Tony Gonzalez (14).

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Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen looks to throw against the Cleveland Browns during the first half of an NFL football game in Cleveland, Sunday, Dec. 21, 2025. (AP Photo/David Richard)
Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen looks to throw against the Cleveland Browns during the first half of an NFL football game in Cleveland, Sunday, Dec. 21, 2025. (AP Photo/David Richard)

Toronto Argonauts re-sign defensive back Franklin, linebacker Cassar

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Toronto Argonauts re-sign defensive back Franklin, linebacker Cassar

The Canadian Press 3 minute read Monday, Dec. 22, 2025

American defensive back Benjie Franklin has re-signed with the Toronto Argonauts as CFL teams across the league shore up their rosters. 

Franklin returns to Toronto after hitting career highs in tackles (60) and interceptions (four) over 18 games for the Argos last season. 

The 29-year-old Tarleton State alum has played all three of his CFL seasons for Toronto, amassing 123 defensive tackles, seven interceptions, four forced fumbles, three special teams tackles, one sack and one touchdown. 

The Argos have also resigned Canadian linebacker Jack Cassar, who contributed seven special teams tackles, two defensive tackles and one forced fumble across 12 games in 2025. 

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Monday, Dec. 22, 2025

Saskatchewan Roughriders receiver Dhel Duncan-Busby (18) falls as B.C. Lions defensive lineman Nathan Cherry (91) defends during the first half of CFL football action in Regina, on Saturday, October 25, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Heywood Yu
Saskatchewan Roughriders receiver Dhel Duncan-Busby (18) falls as B.C. Lions defensive lineman Nathan Cherry (91) defends during the first half of CFL football action in Regina, on Saturday, October 25, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Heywood Yu

Winnipeg Blue Bombers hire Tommy Condell as offensive coordinator

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Winnipeg Blue Bombers hire Tommy Condell as offensive coordinator

The Canadian Press 2 minute read Monday, Dec. 22, 2025

WINNIPEG - The Winnipeg Blue Bombers are making adjustments to their coaching staff ahead of the 2026 CFL season. 

The Bombers announced Monday that Tommy Condell has been named offensive coordinator, Jake Thomas is the new defensive line coach and Jason Hogan is reprising his role as running backs coach. 

The moves come after the team finished the 2025 campaign fourth in the West with a 10-8 record to clinch a crossover playoff spot, then fell to the Montreal Alouettes in the East Division semifinal. It was the first time in five years Winnipeg did not play in the Grey Cup. 

Condell spent the last two seasons as offensive coordinator for the Ottawa Redblacks and returns to the Bombers, where was special teams coordinator in 1997 under then-head coach Jeff Reinbold. 

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Monday, Dec. 22, 2025

Winnipeg Blue Bombers quarterback Zach Collaros, right, jokes with Jake Thomas during football practice ahead of the 111th CFL Grey Cup, in Vancouver, B.C., Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2024. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck
Winnipeg Blue Bombers quarterback Zach Collaros, right, jokes with Jake Thomas during football practice ahead of the 111th CFL Grey Cup, in Vancouver, B.C., Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2024. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck

Vikings’ plane turns around after mechanical issues en route to their game at the Giants

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Vikings’ plane turns around after mechanical issues en route to their game at the Giants

The Associated Press 1 minute read Saturday, Dec. 20, 2025

The Minnesota Vikings had some travel trouble Saturday getting to northern New Jersey for their game Sunday at the New York Giants.

Their team plane experienced mechanical issues that required turning around shortly after departing Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, according to a team spokesperson. The Vikings were expected to arrive in Newark later Saturday night after boarding a second plane, the spokesperson said.

Minnesota is 6-8 and, like the 2-12 Giants, has been eliminated from playoff contention. The Vikings are coming off beating Dallas, with this game more about young quarterback J.J. McCarthy getting additional NFL experience.

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Saturday, Dec. 20, 2025

Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell, right, greets Dallas Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer after an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 14, 2025, in Arlington, Texas. The Vikings won, 34-26. (AP Photo/Jerome Miron)
Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell, right, greets Dallas Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer after an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 14, 2025, in Arlington, Texas. The Vikings won, 34-26. (AP Photo/Jerome Miron)

B.C. Lions sign star linebacker Darnell Sankey to one-year contract

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B.C. Lions sign star linebacker Darnell Sankey to one-year contract

The Canadian Press 2 minute read Friday, Dec. 19, 2025

VANCOUVER - The B.C. Lions have signed American linebacker Darnell Sankey to a one-year contract, the CFL club announced Friday.

Sankey spent the last three seasons with the Montreal Alouettes, helping them win a Grey Cup in 2023.

He was an East Division All-CFL selection in 2024 and 2025, but the Alouettes released him on Dec. 11. He was set to become a free agent in February.

Montreal general manager Danny Maciocia said at the time that the move would allow Sankey to get a head start on free agency while the Alouettes went in a different direction at middle linebacker next season.

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Friday, Dec. 19, 2025

Montreal Alouettes' Darnell Sankey (1) hits Winnipeg Blue Bombers' Joey Corcoran (81) during first half Eastern semi-final action, in Montreal on Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Christopher Katsarov
Montreal Alouettes' Darnell Sankey (1) hits Winnipeg Blue Bombers' Joey Corcoran (81) during first half Eastern semi-final action, in Montreal on Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Christopher Katsarov

Mahomes tears ACL as Chargers eliminate Chiefs from playoff contention with 16-13 victory

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Mahomes tears ACL as Chargers eliminate Chiefs from playoff contention with 16-13 victory

Dave Skretta, The Associated Press 5 minute read Monday, Dec. 15, 2025

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The final images of the Kansas City Chiefs' postseason pursuit were Patrick Mahomes getting helped to the locker room with what turned out to be a torn ACL in his left knee, a white towel draped over his head, and backup quarterback Gardner Minshew throwing an interception to Derwin James that gave the Los Angeles Chargers a win over one of their biggest rivals.

It all happened in the final two minutes of their 16-13 victory Sunday.

Justin Herbert, playing through a broken left hand, had helped the Chargers take the lead with a second-half rally, but Kansas City got the ball back with one more chance. Mahomes was sprinting toward the sideline and throwing the ball away when he was spun to the ground by defensive lineman Da'Shawn Hand, leaving the two-time MVP grabbing at his left knee.

“It didn't look good,” Chiefs coach Andy Reid acknowledged afterward.

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Monday, Dec. 15, 2025

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) is checked on after being injured during the second half of an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Chargers Sunday, Dec. 14, 2025, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga)
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) is checked on after being injured during the second half of an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Chargers Sunday, Dec. 14, 2025, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga)

Bills rally from 21-point deficit to beat Patriots 35-31, stay alive in AFC East race

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Bills rally from 21-point deficit to beat Patriots 35-31, stay alive in AFC East race

Kyle Hightower, The Associated Press 5 minute read Sunday, Dec. 14, 2025

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — The New England Patriots are still in good position to win the AFC East. But the Buffalo Bills made sure it would have to happen on another day, against a different opponent.

Josh Allen threw three touchdown passes, and James Cook ran for two TDs and caught another as the Bills rallied from a 21-0 deficit to beat New England 35-31 on Sunday, preventing the Patriots from clinching the division title.

Allen finished 19 of 28 for 193 yards. Cook ran 22 times for 107 yards, and Dawson Knox had two TD catches for the Bills (10-4), who avoided being swept by a division opponent for the first time since 2019 and moved within one game of the Patriots. Buffalo reached 10 wins for the seventh consecutive season.

“No matter what the score is, if it’s in the third quarter, in the fourth quarter, whatever it is, if we’ve got a chance and we’ve got the ball, we feel like we like our chances," Allen said.

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Sunday, Dec. 14, 2025

Buffalo Bills running back James Cook III, top, celebrates with offensive tackle Spencer Brown (79) after scoring against the New England Patriots during the second half of an NFL football game in Foxborough, Mass., Sunday, Dec. 14, 2025. (AP Photo/Robert F. Bukaty)
Buffalo Bills running back James Cook III, top, celebrates with offensive tackle Spencer Brown (79) after scoring against the New England Patriots during the second half of an NFL football game in Foxborough, Mass., Sunday, Dec. 14, 2025. (AP Photo/Robert F. Bukaty)

Alouettes release Darnell Sankey, all-star linebacker becomes free agent

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Alouettes release Darnell Sankey, all-star linebacker becomes free agent

The Canadian Press 3 minute read Thursday, Dec. 11, 2025

MONTREAL - Darnell Sankey is getting a head start on CFL free agency.

The Montreal Alouettes announced they released the all-star linebacker Thursday. According to a league source, the two sides mutually agreed to part ways.

Sankey was scheduled to become a free agent in February.

The hard-hitting Sankey signed a one-year contract with the Alouettes midway through the 2023 season, helping the franchise win its eighth Grey Cup title.

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Thursday, Dec. 11, 2025

Montreal Alouettes' Darnell Sankey (1) hits Winnipeg Blue Bombers' Joey Corcoran (81) during first half Eastern semifinal action, in Montreal on Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Christopher Katsarov
Montreal Alouettes' Darnell Sankey (1) hits Winnipeg Blue Bombers' Joey Corcoran (81) during first half Eastern semifinal action, in Montreal on Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Christopher Katsarov

Hamilton Tiger-Cats re-sign veteran quarterback Bo Levi Mitchell to two-year deal

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Hamilton Tiger-Cats re-sign veteran quarterback Bo Levi Mitchell to two-year deal

The Canadian Press 2 minute read Thursday, Dec. 11, 2025

HAMILTON - Hamilton Tiger-Cats quarterback Bo Levi Mitchell will return to Steeltown next season.

The two-time Grey Cup champion and East Division nominee for most outstanding player in 2025 has signed a two-year contract with the CFL team.

“It’s exciting to be back," Mitchell said Thursday in a statement. "As soon as the season was over, I just didn’t feel like it was over. I took the pads off, and it didn’t feel like I was taking them off for the last time. 

"So I was very, very excited to make this decision."

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Thursday, Dec. 11, 2025

Tiger-Cats quarterback Bo Levi Mitchell stands on the field during the CFL East Final against the Montreal Alouettes in Hamilton, Ont., on Nov. 8, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Peter Power
Tiger-Cats quarterback Bo Levi Mitchell stands on the field during the CFL East Final against the Montreal Alouettes in Hamilton, Ont., on Nov. 8, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Peter Power

All-star defensive back Jamal Peters re-signs with Tiger-Cats for two years

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All-star defensive back Jamal Peters re-signs with Tiger-Cats for two years

The Canadian Press 3 minute read Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2025

HAMILTON - Jamal Peters is staying put.

The all-star cornerback signed a two-year extension with the Hamilton Tiger-Cats on Wednesday. Peters, 28, was slated to become a free agent in February.

Peters' extension keeps him in Hamilton through the 2027 season. According to a league source, Peters' deal is worth $355,000 guaranteed, which would make Peters the CFL's highest-paid American defensive back.

The source spoke on the condition of anonymity as the Ticats didn't divulge financial details of contracts.

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Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2025

Toronto Argonauts wide receiver David Ungerer (83) is tackled by Hamilton Tiger-Cats defensive back Jamal Peters (2) during second half CFL action in Toronto, on Friday, July 4, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Sammy Kogan
Toronto Argonauts wide receiver David Ungerer (83) is tackled by Hamilton Tiger-Cats defensive back Jamal Peters (2) during second half CFL action in Toronto, on Friday, July 4, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Sammy Kogan

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