Bombers sign former UCLA/Oregon safety Bryan Addison.

[VictorRomano]

https://uclabruins.com/sports/football/roster/bryan-addison/14419

Addison (6'5", 196#) signs with the Bombers as per CFL's Transactions page.

At UCLA's Pro Day, Addison put up the following numbers:

4.55 40-yard dash
36" vertical
10'-7" broad jump

Highlight reel 2024:
https://youtu.be/0kpZA-XPdPo?si=ENVe_pfDTDD6tez8

2024
Appeared in all 12 of UCLA's games, starting 11, in his debut season in Westwood ... recorded 44 total tackles (31-13-44), one tackle for loss, two interceptions, seven passes defended, and one fumble recovery ... led the team in interception yards (106), tied for the team lead in interceptions, and ranked third in passes defended ... posted the second-most tackles among members of the UCLA secondary, and ranked fifth on the team overall... had a 96-yard pick six at the end of the first half against Oregon (Sept. 28) ... his pick-six was UCLA's first since Jaylin Davies vs. Pittsburgh in 2022, and it marked the Bruins' first interception return of 95+ yards since Ishmael Adams vs. Colorado in 2015 ... also posted a season-high eight tackles vs. Oregon ... notched at least one tackle in all 12 games, including 4+ in each of the first four contests of the year ... recovered a fumble in UCLA's season-opening win at Hawai'i (Aug. 31) ... notched his second interception of the year to help the Bruins to a win at Rutgers (Oct. 19) ... enrolled at UCLA in January 2024 ... earned a spot on the Athletic Director's Honor Roll for winter and spring quarters.

[Blueforlife]

Keep em coming. 

[Blue In BC]

He's a tall one but not a heavy player for that height.  Height can be a distinct advantage but also can be a disadvantage at times ( center of gravity thing ).

Outside if he can run with taller receivers is something we haven't had. I'm not so sure that would be a good thing at DHB or safety in the CFL. Will have to watch how he is used in TC and what his ability to change directions and move with receivers look like.

Another interesting prospect. I would think the CFL will be a transitional learning curve for him that may take time to adjust. Seems to have done well in college.

[markf]

Seven college seasons is unusual.

[Jesse]

Seven college seasons is unusual.

Not anymore.

[Blue In BC]

He started his career as a receiver and then switched to DB. Could be an additional valuable asset depth wise.  Might explain his ability to make INT's. Better than average hands possibly.

[markf]

Not anymore.

You mean because of

Salaries to play in college?

Good point. Didn't think of that.

 

 

[Jesse]

You mean because of

Salaries to play in college?

Good point. Didn't think of that.

 

 

They've changed the w rules around redshirt years and injured seasons too. They're just providing a lot of ways to prolong college eligibility, even before NIL money.

[ModAdmin]

(Official Blue Bomber Announcement)

Blue Bombers add former UCLA defensive back

WINNIPEG, MB., January 18, 2026 – The Winnipeg Blue Bombers today announce the club has signed American defensive back Bryan Addison.

Addison (6-5, 195, UCLA; born: May 17, 2000, in Gardena, CA.) signs with the Bombers after a seven-year collegiate career with UCLA (2024), and Oregon (2018-2023).

After transferring to UCLA for the 2024 season, Addison started 11 of 12 games at safety, recording 43 tackles (31 solo, 12 assists), two interceptions for 106 return yards including a 96-yard touchdown, seven pass breakups and one fumble recovery.

Addison began his career at Oregon as a receiver, catching 19 passes for 215 yards and one touchdown in 18 appearances. Addison switched to defensive back for the 2020 season and totaled 51 tackles (29 solo, 22 assists), one tackle for loss, four interceptions, six pass breakups, and one forced fumble in 54 games (11 starts).

[Throw Long Bannatyne]

Seems to move really well for an extremely tall DB, excited to see if he can compete at the pro level, his highlight reel seems strangely abbreviated for such a long college career.

[theaardvark]

DB's who used to be Rec, nothing says they can't go back to being Rec.

His size and speed might be benefitted by the waggle.  We will have to see where they line him up in camp, FS seems a logjam with guys with better passports in the mix.  Could a 6'5 guy play CB?  What is his wingspan?

[Blue In BC]

DB's who used to be Rec, nothing says they can't go back to being Rec.

His size and speed might be benefitted by the waggle.  We will have to see where they line him up in camp, FS seems a logjam with guys with better passports in the mix.  Could a 6'5 guy play CB?  What is his wingspan?

IMO CB is the most likely spot in the secondary for him to fit. I can only remember a few in the secondary that size in the recent era. They excelled and ended up in the NFL IIRC.

Two way players are uncommon and switching back to offence doesn't seem likely. It is something that might be useful in emergency that could be worked into the playbook. 1st and goal might give the defence another thing to worry about in coverage.

[Pigskin]

Put 30-40 pounds on this guy and turn him into a DE. Willy 2.0.

[Throw Long Bannatyne]

Put 30-40 pounds on this guy and turn him into a DE. Willy 2.0.

That's what Jones did with AC Leonard.