Blue Bombers roster - 2024-2025

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Winnipeg Blue Bombers add defensive back
March 19, 2025

The Winnipeg Blue Bombers today announce the club has signed American defensive back Rashaan Gaulden.

Gaulden (6-0, 200; Tennessee; born: January 23, 1995, in Spring Hill, TN) comes to the Blue Bombers after most recently being on the practice roster with the Calgary Stampeders in 2022. He was a third-round selection, 85th overall, by the Carolina Panthers in the 2018 NFL Draft and has 27 games of experience with the Panthers (2018-19), New York Giants (2019) and Las Vegas Raiders (2022).

He was signed by the Stampeders in late September of 2022 and was released a month later.

Gaulden played in 36 games over three seasons (2014, 2016-17) at Tennessee, missing the 2015 season due to a foot injury. He declared for the NFL Draft following his junior year. During his career with the Volunteers he had 140 total tackles, including 9.5 tackles for a loss, adding one interception, four forced fumbles, three fumble recoveries and 10 passes defended

https://www.bluebombers.com/2025/03/19/winnipeg-blue-bombers-add-defensive-back/

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Alexander moves on from the Blue Bombers
March 9, 2025   Ed Tait

He was the picture of perseverance and long symbolized the value of hard work.

And during his eight years with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers Brandon Alexander transformed from a young prospect jumping the line to get more reps to impress coaches during training camp to one of the most-respected leaders in the team's locker room.

On Sunday Alexander — a member of the 2019 and 2021 Grey Cup championship squads who played with the club from 2017-24 — announced his departure from the Blue Bombers with a post on Facebook after not being offered a contract from the club. He remains a Canadian Football League free agent.

https://www.bluebombers.com/2025/03/09/alexander-steps-away-from-the-game/

It's a business, and sometimes that means good men get moved on from.

If he's fit and ready to play, he can catch on elsewhere.  I am surprised Goveia or Pinball hasn't already signed him...

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Transactions:

2025-03-26   WPG   Gowan, Tay   DB   A   Central Florida   ADD   Active Roster

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Winnipeg Blue Bombers sign defensive back Tay Gowan
March 26, 2025 Michael Heilman

The Winnipeg Blue Bombers signed defensive back Tay Gowan on Wednesday according to the CFL Transactions page.

Tay Gowan is six foot two and weighs 185 pounds. The 27-year-old from Covington, Georgia, re-signed with the Tennessee Titans on January 8, 2024. In 2024, he made four tackles (2 solos, 2 assists), and one pass breakup in three preseason games. The Titans released him on August 26, 2024.

The Arizona Cardinals drafted Gowan in the sixth round (223rd pick) of the 2021 NFL Draft. In 2021, he made seven tackles (5 solos, 2 assists), and one pass breakup in two preseason games. The Cardinals traded him to the Philadelphia Eagles on October 15, 2021. He made two tackles (1 solo, 1 assist) in two games. In 2022, he made seven tackles (5 solos, 2 assists), and two pass breakups in three preseason games. The Eagles released him on August 30, 2022.

The Minnesota Vikings signed Gowan on September 1, 2022. He played in three games recording no stats. In 2023, he made two tackles (2 solos) in two preseason games. The Vikings released him on September 7, 2023. The Tennessee Titans signed Gowan on October 9, 2023. He appeared in one game recording no stats.

Collegiately, Gowan played one season at Miami (OH) in 2017 making one tackle (1 assist) in three games for the Redhawks. Next, he transferred to Butler Community College in 2018 making 27 tackles (23 solos, 4 assists), two tackles for loss, six interceptions for 257 yards, one touchdown, and four pass breakups in 11 games for the Grizzlies. He was named First Team All-KJCCC and helped Butler win the Classic Bowl.

Then, he transferred to the University of Central Florida (2019-20) making 31 tackles (22 solos, 9 assists), one tackle for loss, two interceptions for 18 yards, eight pass breakups, and one fumble recovery in 12 games for the Knights. He opted out of the 2020 season due to COVID-19.

https://www.bgmsportstrax.com/2025/03/26/winnipeg-blue-bombers-sign-defensive-back-tay-gowan/

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Winnipeg Blue Bombers add defensive back
March 27, 2025

The Winnipeg Blue Bombers today announce the club has signed American defensive back Tay Gowan.

Gowan (6-2, 185; UCF; born: January 7, 1998, in Covington, GA) most recently spent last year's training camp with the Tennessee Titans, recording four tackles and one pass breakup in three preseason games. Originally drafted by Arizona in the 6th round of the 2021 NFL Draft, Gowan was traded to Philadelphia in October of that year, seeing action in two games with the Eagles. Gowan also played three games with the Vikings in 2022, and one game with the Titans in 2023.

He transferred to UCF for his final collegiate season in 2019-2020 season, making 31 tackles, one tackle for loss, two interceptions, eight pass breakups, and one fumble recovery in 12 games for the Knights. He opted out of the 2020 season.

https://www.bluebombers.com/2025/03/27/winnipeg-blue-bombers-add-defensive-back-2/

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Transactions:

2025-04-01   WPG   Lawson-Greenwood, Marquise   DL   A   Lincoln   ADD   Active Roster
2025-04-01   WPG   Hall, Dreydon   LB   A   Harding   ADD   Active Roster

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Winnipeg Blue Bombers sign DL Marquise Lawson-Greenwood and LB Dreydon 'Dre' Hall
April 1, 2025 Michael Heilman

The Winnipeg Blue Bombers signed defensive lineman Marquise Lawson-Greenwood and linebacker Dreydon 'Dre' Hall on Tuesday according to the CFL Transactions page.

Marquise Lawson-Greenwood is six foot six and weighs 260 pounds. The 25-year-old from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, played for the Southwest Kansas Storm (AFL) in 2024 leading the league with 10 sacks in 9 games.

He signed with the Albany Firebirds (AF1) on October 28, 2024. The Arlington Renegades signed Lawson-Greenwood on December 5, 2024, and released him on March 20, 2025.

Collegiately, Lawson-Greenwood played one season at California (PA) University in 2019 playing left tackle in nine games for the Vulcans. Next, he transferred to San Bernardino Valley College in California in 2021 making 43 tackles (29 solos, 14 assists), 9.5 tackles for loss, one sack, and two fumble recoveries in 9 games for the Wolverines. He concluded his collegiate career at Lincoln (CA) University.

Dreydon 'Dre' Hall is six foot one and weighs 245 pounds. A native of Houston, Texas, Hall made 22 tackles (12 solos, 10 assists), seven tackles for loss, 6.5 sacks, and one forced fumble in 13 games for the Bisons.

Collegiately, Hall played four seasons at Harding University (2021-24) making 77 tackles (47 solos, 30 assists), 32.5 tackles for loss, 25 sacks, three pass breakups, six forced fumbles, and two fumble recoveries in 49 games for the Bisons.

In 2023, he made 22 tackles (14 solos, 8 assists), 14 tackles for loss, 11.5 sacks, and three forced fumbles in 15 games helping the Bisons win the Division II championship over the Colorado School of Mines. He was named First Team All-GAC.

https://www.bgmsportstrax.com/2025/04/01/winnipeg-blue-bombers-sign-dl-marquise-lawson-greenwood-and-lb-dreydon-dre-hall/

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Winnipeg Blue Bombers add two to roster

The Winnipeg Blue Bombers today announce the club has signed American defensive end Marquise Lawson-Greenwood and American linebacker Dreydon Hall.

Lawson-Greenwood (6-6, 260, Lincoln; born: April 1, 2000 in Philadelphia, PA) spent last year with the Southwest Kansas Storm (AFL), leading the league with 10 sacks in nine games. He transferred from California (PA) University to San Bernardino Valley College in 2021, recording 43 tackles, 9.5 tackles for loss, one sack, and two fumble recoveries in nine games for the Wolverines. He concluded his collegiate career at Lincoln.

Hall (6-1, 245, Harding; born: March 16, 2002 in Houston, TX) played four seasons at Harding University (2021-2024), recording 77 tackles, 32.5 tackles for loss, 25 sacks, three pass breakups, six forced fumbles, and two fumble recoveries in 49 games.

https://www.bluebombers.com/2025/04/02/winnipeg-blue-bombers-add-two-to-roster-2/

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Transactions:

2025-04-03   WPG   Hemphill, Aidan   OL   A   Texas Southern   ADD   Active Roster
2025-04-03   WPG   Porter, Geordon   WR   A   Connecticut   ADD   Active Roster

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Winnipeg Blue Bombers sign WR Geordon Porter and OL Aidan Hemphill
April 3, 2025 Michael Heilman

The Winnipeg Blue Bombers signed wide receiver Geordon Porter and offensive lineman Aidan Hemphill on Thursday according to the CFL Transactions page.

Geordon Porter is six foot one and weighs 195 pounds. The 24-year-old from Rancho Cucamonga, California, attended the New York Giants and New York Jets rookie minicamp in 2024.

Collegiately, Porter played four seasons at Arizona State (2018-21) making 14 catches for 250 yards, one touchdown, one carry for -14 yards, and four kick returns for 110 yards in 22 games for the Sun Devils. Next, he transferred to New Mexico State in 2022 making 22 catches for 312 yards, two touchdowns, and two carries for seven yards in eight games for the Lobos.

Then, he transferred to the University of Connecticut in 2023 making 22 catches for 213 yards, one touchdown, and five carries for 40 yards in 12 games for the Huskies.

Aidan Hemphill is six foot five and weighs 290 pounds. A native of Houston, Texas, Hemphill attended the Indianapolis Colts rookie minicamp in 2024.

Collegiately, Hemphill played six seasons at Texas Southern University (2018-23) playing left tackle and right tackle in 34 games for the Tigers. In 2023, he started 11 games. Texas Southern averaged 26.18 points per game, 189.8 rushing yards per game, 181.64 passing yards per game, 371.5 total yards per game, 37 touchdowns, and allowed 22 sacks finishing 3-8 for the season. Hemphill played in the 2024 HBCU Legacy Bowl.

https://www.bgmsportstrax.com/2025/04/03/winnipeg-blue-bombers-sign-wr-geordon-porter-and-ol-aidan-hemphill/

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Winnipeg Blue Bombers add two to roster

The Winnipeg Blue Bombers today announce the club has signed two Americans – receiver Geordon Porter and offensive lineman Aidan Hemphill.

Porter (6-1, 195; Connecticut; born: May 3, 2000, in Rancho Cucamonga, CA) joins the Blue Bombers after attending rookie camps with both the New York Giants and New York Jets in 2024.

Porter spent his college days at Arizona State (2018-21), New Mexico State (2022) and the University of Connecticut (2023) and over 42 games at those three programs pulled in 58 receptions for 775 yards and four touchdowns.

Hemphill (6-5, 290; Texas Southern; born: December 9, 1999  in Houston, TX) comes to the Blue Bombers after attending rookie minicamp with the Indianapolis Colts last spring. A tackle, Hemphill played six seasons at Texas Southern, including 11 games in 2023 when the Tigers averaged 26 points and 189 yards rushing per game. He played in the 2024 HBCU Legacy Bowl.

https://www.bluebombers.com/2025/04/04/winnipeg-blue-bombers-add-two-to-roster-3/

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Transactions:

2025-04-07   WPG   Kickel, Matt   OL   A   Aurora   ADD   Active Roster

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Winnipeg Blue Bombers sign offensive lineman Matt Kickel
April 7, 2025 Michael Heilman

The Winnipeg Blue Bombers signed offensive lineman Matt Kickel on Monday according to the CFL Transactions page.

Matt Kickel is six foot four and weighs 300 pounds. A native of Bolingbrook, Illinois, Kickel started 11 games on the offensive line for the Spartans in 2024. In 2024, Aurora averaged 46.64 points per game, 169.9 rushing yards per game, 294.36 passing yards per game, 464.3 total yards per game, 72 touchdowns, and allowed 13 sacks finishing 9-2 for the season and appearing in the second round of the 2024 NCAA Division III playoffs losing to Hope College 49-21.

Kickel was named Second Team CSC Academic All-American, Second Team All-American by D3football.com, Associated Press (AP), and the American Football Coaches Association (AFCA). He was also named NACC Offensive Lineman of the Year and First Team All-NACC.

Collegiately, Kickel started as a redshirt Freshman at Arizona State in 2019 as a walk-out prospect and serving on the scouting team for the Sun Devils. Then, he transferred to Aurora University (2020-24) playing 34 games on the offensive line for the Spartans.

In 2023, he played 12 games. Aurora averaged 53.25 points per game, 234.8 rushing yards per game, 269.92 passing yards per game, 504.7 total yards per game, 88 touchdowns, and allowed 21 sacks finishing 11-1 for the season losing to Wisconsin-La Crosse in the 2023 NCAA Division III playoffs quarterfinals.

Kickel was named a five-time All-American (2024 D3football.com, AP and AFCA, and 2023 AP and D3football.com), and a three-time First Team All-NACC.

https://www.bgmsportstrax.com/2025/04/07/winnipeg-blue-bombers-sign-offensive-lineman-matt-kickel/

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Winnipeg Blue Bombers add two to roster - Kickel and Brown

WINNIPEG, MB., April 9, 2025 – The Winnipeg Blue Bombers today announce the club has signed American offensive lineman Matt Kickel and American receiver Reggie Brown.

Kickel (6-4, 323; Aurora; born: April 4, 2001, in Bolingbrook, IL) joins the Blue Bombers after starting 11 games for the Spartans in 2024, being named Second Team CSC Academic All-American, Second Team All-American by D3football.com, Associated Press (AP), and the American Football Coaches Association (AFCA). He was also named NACC Offensive Lineman of the Year and First Team All-NACC. He started his collegiate career at Arizona State in 2019, transferring to Aurora in 2020 and playing in 34 games from 2020-2024.

Brown (6-1, 195; James Madison; born: January 29, 1999, in Lakeland, FLA) comes to the Blue Bombers after he spent time last year with the Kansas City Chiefs as an undrafted free agent.

Brown played his college ball at James Madison, earning honours as an Honorable Mention All-American and First Team All-Sun Belt after pulling in 53 passes for 1,054 yards and nine TDs in 2023. He also set a school record with 202 receiving yards in a game against Connecticut.

He dressed for 45 games for JMU during his career (2019-23) and finished with 93 receptions for 1,686 yards and 16 touchdowns.

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Transactions:

2025-04-09   WPG   Brown, Reggie   WR   A   James Madison   ADD   Active Roster