Football (CFL)

Edmonton Elks release quarterback Cornelius, linebacker Konar

EDMONTON — The Edmonton Elks released American quarterback Taylor Cornelius and Canadian linebacker Adam Konar on Tuesday. The release of Cornelius wasn't surprising as Edmonton signed veteran quarterback McLeod Bethel-Thompson last weekend.

Jan 9, 2024 12:31 PM Read more >

Redblacks GM Burke in contact with veteran quarterback Masoli as bonus deadline looms

Shawn Burke has a big decision to make. The Ottawa GM confirmed Tuesday veteran quarterback Jeremiah Masoli is due a signing bonus (reportedly $100,000) Monday.

Jan 9, 2024 12:08 PM Read more >

New Elks quarterback Bethel-Thompson looking to mentor Ford

McLeod Bethel-Thompson is returning to Canada to lead the Edmonton Elks to their first Grey Cup title since 2015 and mentor his potential replacement. Bethel-Thompson signed a one-year deal with Edmonton on Sunday.

Jan 8, 2024 3:46 PM Read more >

Blue Bombers promote Jordan Younger to defensive co-ordinator

WINNIPEG — Mike O'Shea has the best of both worlds. The Winnipeg Blue Bombers promoted defensive backs coach Jordan Younger to defensive co-ordinator on Monday.

Jan 8, 2024 1:17 PM Read more >

Ticats head coach Milanovich says Rourke's NFL season was a successful one

He split his first NFL season between two teams and didn't play a down but Scott Milanovich still considers Canadian Nathan Rourke's stint south of the border a success.

Jan 8, 2024 12:36 PM Read more >

Former Stampeders punter Burke Dales dead at age 46

CALGARY — Former punter Burke Dales, who helped the Calgary Stampeders win the 2008 Grey Cup, has died. He was 46. The Stampeders confirmed Dales' death on Sunday. The cause was not revealed. Dales was a native of Collingwood, Ont.

Jan 7, 2024 6:16 PM Read more >

Edmonton Elks sign veteran quarterback Bethel-Thompson

EDMONTON — The Edmonton Elks signed veteran American quarterback McLeod Bethel-Thompson on Sunday. The move wasn't a surprise as word surfaced Friday that Bethel-Thompson had agreed to terms on a one-year deal with Edmonton.

Jan 7, 2024 6:01 PM Read more >

Source: Edmonton Elks agree to one-year deal with Bethel-Thompson

EDMONTON — McLeod Bethel-Thompson is returning to the CFL. A league source said Friday night the veteran American quarterback had agreed to a one-year deal with the Edmonton Elks.

Jan 5, 2024 8:04 PM Read more >

Former Ticats star running back Willie Bethea dead at age 85

American running back Willie Bethea, who led the Hamilton Tiger-Cats to three Grey Cup wins during his eight seasons with the CFL club, has died. He was 85. The Ticats took to social media Friday to confirm Bethea's passing.

Jan 5, 2024 7:57 PM Read more >

Veteran quarterback Bo Levi Mitchell takes pay cut to remain with Tiger-Cats

HAMILTON — Bo Levi Mitchell is taking less to remain with the Hamilton Tiger-Cats. The Ticats announced Friday that Mitchell has restructured his CFL contract that will keep him with the franchise for the next two seasons.

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