2025 Season Player Signings

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November 22, 2024, 08:35:24 PM Last Edit: November 22, 2024, 08:49:55 PM by ModAdmin
Starting a thread to show all new player signings for the 2025 season with a short blurb on each.

You can also refer to the following thread which shows current players who are already under contract in 2025...

https://forums.bluebombers.com/index.php?topic=54670.0

This thread is for announcements only and will be locked so as not to clutter the thread.
"You can't let praise or criticism get to you. It's a weakness to get caught up in either one." - John Wooden

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#1
November 22, 2024, 08:37:08 PM
The Winnipeg Blue Bombers today announce the club has re-signed veteran kicker Sergio Castillo to a one-year contract.

He was scheduled to become a free agent in February of 2025.

Castillo (5-9, 197; West Texas A&M; born: November 1, 1990, in La Joya, TX) returns to the club after serving as the club's placekicker since 2023.
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#2
November 22, 2024, 10:11:18 PM Last Edit: November 23, 2024, 03:38:06 AM by ModAdmin
WPG   HARRIS, Keilahn   WR   A   Oklahoma Baptist   ADD   Game Roster

During the 2022 season, he played with Oklahoma Baptist in 11 games and finished the season with 80 receptions for 1,050 yards and 7 touchdowns while being named to the All-GAC First Team and the Elite 100 Watch List prior to the season. Signed by Atlanta Falcons in 2023 and Pittsburgh Steelers in 2024.  Was released after being injured.

WPG   Ogbevoen, Lucky   DL   G   Tirol Raiders (ELF)   ADD   Game Roster

Ogbevoen was drafted by the Winnipeg Blue Bombers in the second round (17th pick) in the 2024 CFL Global Draft. In 2024, Ogbevoen dressed for one regular season game and spent the rest of the season on the practice squad. The Blue Bombers released him on November 18, 2024.
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#3
November 27, 2024, 02:32:05 AM
WPG   Gassama, Abdul-Karim   WR   N   Manitoba   ADD   Game Roster

Abdul-Karim Gassama is a wide receiver who is five foot eleven and weighs 175 pounds. The 24-year-old from Winnipeg, Manitoba, was drafted by the Winnipeg Blue Bombers in the sixth round (55th pick) in the 2024 CFL Draft.

In a preseason game against the Saskatchewan Roughriders, Gassama made one catch for nine yards. The Blue Bombers released Gassama on June 3, 2024, and he returned to Manitoba for his final season.

WPG   Leroux, Ian   LS   N   Laval   ADD   Game Roster

Ian Leroux a long snapper who is six foot two and weighs 220 pounds. The 25-year-old from Quebec, Quebec, Leroux was drafted by the Winnipeg Blue Bombers in the fourth round (37th pick) in the 2024 CFL Draft. He was placed on the suspended list as he was returning to Laval.
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#4
December 02, 2024, 04:39:13 PM
WINNIPEG, MB., December 2, 2024 – The Winnipeg Blue Bombers today announce the Club has agreed to terms on a one-year extension with future hall of fame left tackle, Stanley Bryant, who was scheduled to become a free agent in February.

Bryant (6-5, 319, East Carolina University; born: May 7, 1986, in Goldsboro, N.C.) returns in 2025 for his 10th season with the Blue Bombers and 15th in the Canadian Football League, including his days with the Calgary Stampeders (2010-14).
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#5
December 03, 2024, 04:07:36 PM
Russell Dandy (6-0, 170, Eastern Illinois; born: April 28, 2000, in Hinesville, GA.) is back with the Bombers after spending time on the practice roster and attending training camp this past season.

Dandy started his collegiate career with Butte College (2018-2019), where he would make 25 tackles, one tackle-for-loss, three knockdowns, one forced fumble and one fumble recovery in 15 games.

Patrick Rogers (5-11, 190, Central Washington University; born: June 30, 1999, in Tacoma, WA.) re-signs with the Bombers after attending this year's training camp.

Rogers was a First Team Defence American Football Coaches Association All-American in 2022 and an Honorable Mention Don Hansen NCAA Division II All-American. He was named to the First Team All-Lone Star Conference after the 2023 season.

Rogers appeared in 46 games for the Wildcats during his collegiate career (2018-23) registering 110 defensive tackles, 65 assists, 4.5 tackles for loss, one sack, three forced fumbles, two fumble recoveries, two blocks and seven interceptions – including two for touchdowns.
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#6
December 04, 2024, 05:55:34 PM
The Winnipeg Blue Bombers today (Dec. 4, 2024) announce the club has signed American linebacker Tony Jones to a two-year contract extension.
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#7
December 05, 2024, 12:05:37 AM
Chris Walker, University of Montana • All-Big Sky Honorable Mention • Academic All-Big Sky
Voted a team captain at the onset of the season... Named to the Senior Bowl watchlist and the East-West Shrine Bowl 1,000 watchlist preseason... Helped lead a balanced 2023 offense that threw for 2,967 yards and rushed for 2,652 yards, a combined difference of just 315 yards. Was also named a Senior Bowl "small school" O-Lineman to watch heading into his final year... Made 28 starts in 28 appearances for the Griz in two seasons.
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#8
December 06, 2024, 02:59:12 AM
Jaylen Hall – Wide Receiver - Had a look last year in Edmonton after attending Philadelphia Eagles rookie camp. Signed with the Blue Bombers in 2024 and was released prior to the season opener.
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#9
December 06, 2024, 05:36:54 PM
Collin Kornelson (6-3, 240, University of Manitoba; born: February 14, 2000, in Winnipeg, MB.) returns to the Bombers for the 2025 season after spending the last six seasons with the University of Manitoba. Kornelson was selected by the Bombers in the fifth round, 44th overall in the 2023 CFL Draft. He has attended the last two Blue Bombers training camps (2023-2024) and dressed for one preseason game against the Roughriders in 2024, recording no stats.

With the Bisons (2018-2024), Kornelson has recorded 101 tackles (63 solo, 38 assists), 9.5 tackle-for-losses, five sacks, one knockdown, and one forced fumble (one recovery) in 31 games.
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#10
December 28, 2024, 04:28:51 AM Last Edit: December 28, 2024, 04:13:37 PM by ModAdmin
Marvin Pierre is six foot two and weighs 221 pounds. The 26-year-old linebacker from Rahway, New Jersey, signed with the Arizona Cardinals as an undrafted free agent on May 12, 2023.

Pierre was drafted by the Houston Roughnecks (XFL) in the 2023 XFL Draft. However, the Roughnecks were not included in the XFL and USFL merger forming the United Football League. However, the Gamblers took on the Roughnecks brand. Pierre was drafted by the San Antonio Brahmas in the 2024 UFL Dispersal Draft and was released on March 10, 2024.

The Hamilton Tiger-Cats signed Pierre on April 29, 2024. In 2024, Pierre made four tackles and one tackle on special teams in two preseason games. The Ticats released him on June 1, 2024.
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#11
January 05, 2025, 04:08:24 PM Last Edit: January 11, 2025, 04:14:43 PM by ModAdmin
The Winnipeg Blue Bombers today announce the club has agreed to terms on a one-year extension with veteran right guard Pat Neufeld. Neufeld was scheduled to become a free agent in February.

Neufeld (6-6, 311, University of Saskatchewan; born: December 26, 1988, in Regina, Sask.) He is a three-time CFL All-Star (2021-23). Neufeld appeared in 14 games in 2024, all starts, and played a pivotal role in helping Brady Oliveira win his second-straight league rushing title while quarterback Zach Collaros established a career-high in passing yards.
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#12
January 11, 2025, 04:14:09 PM
The Winnipeg Blue Bombers today announce the club has agreed to terms on a one-year contract extension with defensive back Jamal Parker, Jr. who was scheduled to become a free agent next month.

Parker, Jr. (5-8, 177; Kent State; born: January 16, 1998, in Pennsauken, NJ) returns in 2025 for his 4th season with the Blue Bombers, although he missed last season with a knee injury.
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#13
January 12, 2025, 05:09:59 PM
Willie Jefferson (6-7, 248; Stephen F. Austin State; born: January 31, 1991, in Beaumont, TX.) returns in 2025 for his 11th season in the Canadian Football League and sixth with the Blue Bombers including his days with Edmonton (2014-15) and Saskatchewan (2016-18).

Jefferson was named to the All-CFL team for a sixth time in 2024 after leading the club in quarterback sacks with six - the fourth time in five seasons he has led the team - while adding 25 defensive tackles, two fumble recoveries, one forced fumble and adding 10 pass knockdowns. He then followed that up in the Grey Cup loss to Toronto with six tackles, two sacks, a tackle for loss, forced fumble and interception in one of the best games of his career.
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#14
January 14, 2025, 05:52:20 AM
The Winnipeg Blue Bombers today announce the club has agreed to terms on a one-year contract with veteran American receiver Dillon Mitchell.

Mitchell (6-1, 190; University of Oregon; born: May 16, 1997, in Memphis, TN.) joins the Blue Bombers after spending the last three seasons with the Edmonton Elks. He was released by Edmonton on January 10th.

Mitchell, 27, set career highs last year with the Elks, finishing with 58 receptions for 727 yards and four touchdowns in 18 games. He led Edmonton in kickoff return yards, returning 23 for 535 yards, which ranked sixth in the Canadian Football League. Mitchell also handled 19 punt returns covering 172 yards, second on the Elks.
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#15
January 14, 2025, 05:58:37 AM
The Winnipeg Blue Bombers signed offensive lineman Antonio Garcia, wide receiver D'Marcus Adams, and defensive back Marcus Hillman on Monday.

Antonio Garcia is six foot seven and weighs 305 pounds. The 31-year-old from Houston, Texas, signed with the Edmonton Elks on January 24, 2024. In 2024, Garcia attended training camp for the Elks. Edmonton released him on May 7, 2024.

D'Marcus Adams is six foot and weighs 182 pounds. The 25-year-old from Ormond Beach, Florida, attended the Buffalo Bills rookie minicamp in 2024. Adams signed with the Edmonton Elks on August 12, 2024, and spent a couple of weeks on the practice squad. The Elks released him on August 27, 2024.

Marcus Hillman is six foot and weighs 200 pounds. The 24-year-old from Camden, New Jersey, signed with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers on January 23, 2024. In 2024, Hillman attended training camp for the Blue Bombers. Winnipeg released him on May 18, 2024.

Collegiately, Hillman played five seasons at Elon University (2018-22) making 188 tackles (101 solos, 87 assists), 31 tackles for loss, 13 sacks, one interception for two yards, five pass breakups, eight forced fumbles, four fumble recoveries, and one carry for 21 yards in 47 games for the Phoenix.

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#16
January 14, 2025, 05:17:53 PM
The Winnipeg Blue Bombers today announce the club has agreed to terms on a one-year extensions with veteran linebackers Kyrie Wilson and Shayne Gauthier. Both were scheduled to become a free agents next month.

Wilson (6-1, 227; Fresno State; born: November 5, 1992, in Fresno, CA.) returns in 2025 for his eighth Canadian Football League season, all of them with the Blue Bombers.

Gauthier (5-10, 234; Laval; born: February 2, 1992, in Dolbeau-Mistassini, Que.) returns to the Blue Bombers for a ninth season in 2025 after originally being selected by the club in the fourth round, 28th overall, in the 2016 CFL Draft.
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#17
January 16, 2025, 06:21:51 AM
Marvin Pierre (6-1, 221, Kent State; born: December 14, 1998, in Rahway, NJ) spent training camp with Hamilton in 2024. Pierre signed with the Arizona Cardinals as an undrafted free agent on May 12, 2023, later spending time with Green Bay, seeing action in one preseason game.

He finished his collegiate career at Kent State in 2021-22, making 149 tackles (86 solos, 63 assists), 11 tackles for loss, 2.5 sacks, one interception for 33 yards, one touchdown, three pass breakups, two forced fumbles, and one fumble recovery in 25 games for the Golden Flashes.
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#18
January 16, 2025, 03:49:40 PM
The Winnipeg Blue Bombers today announce the club has agreed to terms on a one-year extension with veteran defensive tackle Jake Thomas, who was scheduled to become a free agent next month.

Thomas (6-1, 280; Acadia University; born: December 6, 1990, in Douglas, NB.) returns in 2025 for his 13th season with the Blue Bombers. He is not only currently the longest-serving member of the team, but among the franchise leaders in games played at 205 – fifth all-time behind only Bob Cameron (394), Troy Westwood (293), Chris Walby (249), and Stan Mikawos (220).
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#19
January 21, 2025, 06:34:03 AM
Quandre Mosely is six foot two and weighs 185 pounds. The 25-year-old from Brunswick, Georgia, signed with the Dallas Cowboys as an undrafted free agent on May 13, 2022. In 2022, he made five tackles (4 solos, 1 assist), and two pass breakups in two preseason games. The Cowboys released him on August 23, 2022.

Mosely also spent time with the Seattle Seahawks, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and the New England Patriots appearing in one regular season game for New England in 2022. The Carolina Panthers signed Mosely on August 19, 2024. In 2024, he played one preseason game recording no stats. The Panthers released him on August 27, 2024.
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#20
January 23, 2025, 03:47:30 PM
The Winnipeg Blue Bombers today announce the club has signed American receiver Bryson Daughtry and American defensive back Duron Lowe.

Daughty (6-1, 197,  Elon, born: October 3, 2000 in Charlotte, NC) was in training camp with the BC Lions in 2023. Collegiately, Daughtry played five seasons at Elon College from 2018-2022, making 132 catches for 1,944 yards and 13 touchdowns, while also recording three carries for 17 yards, two touchdowns, and six punt returns for 30 yards in 49 games.

Lowe (5-10, 190,  Liberty, born: November 29, 1997 in Overland Park, KS) most recently spent time in the UFL with Arlington, recording five tackles, one interception and one pass breakup in four games. He signed as an undrafted free agent with the Los Angeles Rams in 2022, playing in three preseason games that season. Lowe also spent time with Tampa and Kansas City in the NFL.
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#21
January 31, 2025, 02:25:12 AM
The Winnipeg Blue Bombers today announce the Club has agreed to terms on a one-year contract with veteran American linebacker Jonathan Jones.

Jones (5-11, 230; Toledo; born: November 11 18, 1997, in Ocoee, FL) joins the Blue Bombers after spending the last three years with the Toronto Argonauts (he was released on January 16th, 2025).

Jones appeared in 12 games last season with the Argos, six of them starts, and registered 29 tackles, eight more on special teams and one forced fumble. He missed the last five regular season games and playoffs with a hamstring injury.
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#22
January 31, 2025, 05:51:14 PM
James Vaughters (6-1, 256; Stanford; born: June 27, 1993, in Chicago, IL) joins the Blue Bombers after spending the last two years with the Calgary Stampeders. He was released by Calgary on January 27, 2025.

Vaughters appeared in all 18 games with the Stamps in 2024, registering 32 tackles and five sacks – tied for second on the team – while adding two forced fumbles. He had five sacks in six games in 2023 before suffering a season-ending arm injury.

Vaughters originally joined the Stampeders in 2017 and in his two stints with the team – 2017-18; 2023-24 – he appeared in 57 games, accumulating 97 tackles, 21 sacks and three forced fumbles.
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#23
February 01, 2025, 03:25:51 PM
The Winnipeg Blue Bombers signed defensive back Dexter Lawson Jr. on Friday according to the CFL Transactions page.

Dexter Lawson Jr. is five foot ten and weighs 190 pounds. The 25-year-old from Bloomfield, Connecticut, signed with the Hamilton Tiger-Cats on May 3, 2023. He played nine games that season making 29 tackles, one tackle on special teams, and one interception. In 2024, Lawson Jr. made 16 tackles and one tackle on special teams in four games. The Ticats released him on July 24, 2024.
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#24
February 01, 2025, 03:27:04 PM
WINNIPEG, MB., February 1, 2025 –  The Winnipeg Blue Bombers today announce the club has agreed to terms on a one-year contract with receiver Dalton Schoen. He was scheduled to become a free agent on February 11.

Schoen (6-1, 210; Kansas State; born: October 13, 1996, in Overland Park, KS) returns to the Blue Bombers for a fourth season in 2025. He was limited to just three games in 2024 after suffering a season-ending knee injury in a loss to the B.C. Lions. Over those two-plus contests, Schoen pulled in 14 passes for 159 yards.

His two seasons prior to 2024 were among the most prolific in Blue Bombers and Canadian Football League history. In 34 games over 2022-23, Schoen racked up 141 receptions for 2,663 yards and 26 touchdowns while being named a West Division and CFL All-Star in each season.
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#25
February 03, 2025, 05:59:29 PM
Eric Lofton (6-4, 293, Temple; born: March 6, 1993, in Lumberton, NJ) returns to Winnipeg for a second consecutive season and third overall after also spending 2022 with the club.

Lofton started all 18 games plus the Western Final and Grey Cup at right tackle last season for the Blue Bombers and was part of a unit that helped running back Brady Oliveira capture his second straight rushing title while quarterback Zach Collaros set a career high in passing yards.
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#26
February 08, 2025, 03:35:57 PM
The Winnipeg Blue Bombers today announce the club has agreed to terms on a one-year contract with quarterback Chris Streveler.

Streveler (6-1, 216; South Dakota/Minnesota; born: January 6, 1995, in Naperville, IL.) returns for a fourth season with the club (2018-19; 2024-25) after suiting up for 13 games last year before suffering a knee injury in the Banjo Bowl.

He made one start for an injured Zach Collaros in 2024, helping lead the club to a 25-16 victory over the RedBlacks and finished the year with 343 yards passing after completing 31 of 52 attempts for one touchdown and one interception.

Streveler also rushed 87 times for 272 yards and 10 touchdowns, a total which led the Blue Bombers and tied for the league lead with Tommy Stephens.
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