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Virginia defensive lineman Brent Urban first Canadian taken in NFL draft
The Baltimore Ravens looked to Canada on the final day of the NFL draft.
Bombers coach, GM, say only wins will show whether they’ve improved the team
WINNIPEG – The new coach of the Winnipeg Blue Bombers says all talk of improving the team is just words until they hit four wins this season.
Concordia defensive lineman Quinn Smith tests positive for banned substance
Concordia defensive lineman Quinn Smith, a top prospect for next week’s CFL draft, has tested positive for a banned substance.
RCMP confirm former Roughrider Kory Sheets was busted for pot possession
REGINA – Police have confirmed that former Saskatchewan Roughrider Kory Sheets was busted for pot possession several weeks ago and received an absolute discharge.
Guard Flory retires after 15 seasons and three Grey Cup titles with Montreal
MONTREAL – Alouettes guard Scott Flory has announced his retirement from the CFL after playing 15 seasons and winning three Grey Cups in Montreal.
Ottawa Redblacks unveil home and away uniforms ahead of inaugural season
OTTAWA – Ottawa’s new CFL franchise has unveiled its uniforms, which put a fresh twist on a familiar colour scheme.
Towering McGill offensive lineman Duvernay-Tardif looking forward to NFL draft
Laurent Duvernay-Tardif has become a master of time management.
Riders’ GM Brendan Taman non-committal about veteran slotback Simon’s return
He’s the most prolific receiver in CFL history and a future member of the Canadian Football Hall of Fame, but there’s no guarantee Geroy Simon will return to help the Saskatchewan Roughriders defend their Grey Cup title.
Veteran defensive tackle Khalif Mitchell re-signs with B.C. Lions
VANCOUVER – Khalif Mitchell is back with the B.C. Lions.
Today on the Hill: Political Ottawa abuzz over auditor general’s spring report
OTTAWA – There’s nothing like an auditor general’s report to send federal cabinet ministers clamouring for the microphones.
Veteran offensive lineman Flory expected to retire after 15 CFL seasons
MONTREAL – It appears Scott Flory is hanging up his cleats.
Former Olympic sprinter and CFL receiver Frank Budd dies at age 74
MARLTON, N.J. – Frank Budd, an Olympic sprinter and former 100-metre dash world record holder who also played in the Canadian Football League, has died. He was 74.
Blue Bombers season ticket sales down from 2013 but still top 20,000
WINNIPEG – The Winnipeg Blue Bombers have sold more than 20,000 season tickets.
Sportsmanship, safety and better game flow target of new CFL rules
WINNIPEG – The CFL’s vice-president of officiating says new rules being voted on May 8 look to raise the bar on respect and sportsmanship this season.
Lions QB Travis Lulay happy with progress from off-season shoulder surgery
SURREY, B.C. – B.C. Lions starting quarterback Travis Lulay’s recovery from off-season shoulder surgery appears to be on schedule as he takes part in the team’s mini-camp.
New Argos linebacker Emry skipping brother’s wedding to attend first day of camp
TORONTO – Toronto linebacker Shea Emry wants to make a good first impression and show his dedication to his new team.
Bombers focusing on filling hole at centre on offensive line in CFL draft
WINNIPEG – The Winnipeg Blue Bombers are taking a closer look this week at Laval’s Pierre Lavertu and Simon Fraser’s Matthias Goossen as they prepare for next months’ CFL draft.
Grey Cup-champion Roughriders lone CFL team to exceed $4.4-million salary cap
TORONTO – The Grey Cup-champion Saskatchewan Roughriders were the only team to surpass the CFL’s 4.4-million salary cap in 2013, the league announced Wednesday.
Concordia defensive lineman Smith’s CFL draft stock is on the rise
TORONTO – Quinn Smith’s CFL draft stock is on the rise.
Ticats offensive lineman Dyakowski being careful coming back from knee injury
Canada’s smartest person knows better than to rush back from injury.
Saskatchewan Roughriders sign quarterback Durant to contract extension
REGINA – The Saskatchewan Roughriders rewarded quarterback Darian Durant on Wednesday.
From Ocho to O Canada: Chad Johnson working toward playing CFL ball in Montreal
VERO BEACH, Fla. – Chad Johnson is back on a football field, and says he’s humble for the opportunity.
Lineman Marwan Hage retires after 10 seasons with Hamilton Tiger-Cats
HAMILTON – After 10 seasons with the Hamilton Tiger-Cats, offensive lineman Marwan Hage announced his retirement Monday rather than accept a spot with the expansion Ottawa Redblacks.
Source: Veteran centre Marwan Hage to announce his CFL retirement
The expansion Ottawa Redblacks are going to have to look for another veteran centre to anchor their offensive line.