Roughriders Sign New Kicker and Linebacker

By Saskatchewan Roughriders Staff The Saskatchewan Roughriders have signed Global Draft selection, kicker/punter Kaare Vedvik and American linebacker Alvin Jones Jr. Vedvik (6’3–210lbs) was selected by the Riders in the second round, 14th overall in the 2021 Global Draft. He signed as an undrafted free agent with the Baltimore Ravens in 2018 and went on… Continue reading Roughriders Sign New Kicker and Linebacker

Eight Sask. Players on Riders Active Roster

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The Saskatchewan Roughriders have announced their final roster ahead of opening week. Eight Saskatchewan-born players are on the team, including five offensive linemen. Evan Johnston, Logan Ferland, Mattland Riley, Brett Boyko and Dan Clarke are listed on the offensive line. While wide receiver Mitch Picton, punter Jon Ryan and long snapper Jorgen Hus are also… Continue reading Eight Sask. Players on Riders Active Roster

In 2020-21, Riders Report $7.5 Million Loss

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Source: Taylor Shire, globalnews.ca, June 24, 2021 The Roughriders operating revenues took the biggest hit last year due to the fact the team wasn’t able to play games and generate gate admission. The Saskatchewan Roughriders are going through their worst financial crisis in team history. On Wednesday during the club’s annual general meeting, the team… Continue reading In 2020-21, Riders Report $7.5 Million Loss

CfL Releases 2021 Schedule

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Mark you Calendars, because the CFL has released their 2021 schedule. The 2021 Canadian Football League schedule kicks off Thursday, August 5th when the reigning Grey Cup Champion Winnipeg Blue Bombers host the Hamilton Tiger-Cats in an epic rematch 620 days in the making. The first CFL game since the same two teams met in… Continue reading CfL Releases 2021 Schedule