Blue Bombers roster - 2025-2026

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The CFL's highest-paid receivers in 2026
by JC Abbott   May 6, 2026

1) Keon Hatcher Sr., B.C. Lions (A)

Hard money: $287,500
Maximum value: $318,500

2) Sam Emilus, Saskatchewan Roughriders (N)

Hard money: $285,000
Maximum value: $291,000

3) Tyson Philpot, Montreal Alouettes (N)

Hard money: $275,000
Maximum value: $284,500

4) Kenny Lawler, Hamilton Tiger-Cats (A)

Hard money: $263,700
Maximum value: $275,700

5) Justin McInnis, B.C. Lions (N)

Hard money: $255,000
Maximum value: $261,000

6) Nic Demski, Winnipeg Blue Bombers (N)

Hard money: $240,000
Maximum value: $255,000

Sticking in Winnipeg hasn't come with a hometown discount for Demski, as his latest deal came with a $65,000 signing bonus. The 32-year-old will make $150,000 in salary, plus another $25,000 in marketing. He can also make another $1,000 for a sixth career divisional all-star nod, $2,000 for his first All-CFL selection, and $2,000 each for becoming a divisional finalist in up to three major award categories, with an equivalent bonus for winning each award.

7) Tim White, Winnipeg Blue Bombers (A)

Hard money: $222,000
Maximum value: $236,000

White may have been deemed expendable in Hamilton, but he remained highly prized by the Bombers, who lured him in with a $75,000 signing bonus. The 31-year-old will make $117,000 in salary, $15,000 in housing, and $15,000 in marketing. The four-time all-star will get $1,000 each for a divisional all-star and All-CFL selection, plus $2,000 in incentives for being a finalist or winning up to three Most Outstanding awards.

8 ) KeeSean Johnson, Saskatchewan Roughriders (A)

Hard money: $215,000
Maximum value: $220,000

9) Austin Mack, Edmonton Elks (A)

Hard money: $211,000
Maximum value: $227,000

10) Justin Hardy, Ottawa Redblacks (A)

Hard money: $210,000
Maximum value: $217,000

11) Dejon Brissett, Calgary Stampeders (N)

Hard money: $208,000
Maximum value: $227,000

12) Eugene Lewis, Ottawa Redblacks (A)

Hard money: $205,000
Maximum value: $212,000

13) Reggie Begelton, Calgary Stampeders (A)

Hard money: $191,000
Maximum value: $199,000

14) Kaion Julien-Grant, Edmonton Elks (N)

Hard money: $190,000
Maximum value: $203,000

15) Tyler Snead, Montreal Alouettes (A)

Hard money: $185,000
Maximum value: $188,000

16) Kiondre Smith, Hamilton Tiger-Cats (N)

Hard money: $180,000
Maximum value: $191,000

17) Kian Schaffer-Baker, Saskatchewan Roughriders (N)

Hard money: $174,000
Maximum value: $210,000

18) Jalen Philpot, Calgary Stampeders (N)

Hard money: $170,000
Maximum value: $196,000

19) Damonte Coxie, Toronto Argonauts (A)

Hard money: $170,000
Maximum value: $190,000

20) Jevon Cottoy, B.C. Lions (N)

Hard money: $168,800
Maximum value: $203,800

https://3downnation.com/2026/05/06/the-cfls-highest-paid-receivers-in-2026/

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The CFL's highest-paid offensive linemen in 2026
by John Hodge  May 7, 2026

1) Coulter Woodmansey, Edmonton Elks (N)

Hard money: $300,000
Maximum value: $300,000

T-2) Dakoda Shepley, Toronto Argonauts (N)

Hard money: $285,000
Maximum value: $291,000

T-2) Ryan Hunter, Toronto Argonauts (N)

Hard money: $285,000
Maximum value: $290,000

T-4) Drew Desjarlais, Ottawa Redblacks (N)

Hard money: $250,000
Maximum value: $256,000

T-4) Logan Ferland, Saskatchewan Roughriders (N)

Hard money: $250,000
Maximum value: $255,000

T-4) Jarell Broxton, Winnipeg Blue Bombers (A)

Hard money: $250,000
Maximum value: $250,000

The native of Olney, Md. joined Winnipeg in free agency after being named All-CFL for the first time in his career with the B.C. Lions in 2025. Broxton got a $125,000 bonus to sign with the Blue Bombers, and will earn an additional $94,600 in salary, $15,400 in housing, $10,000 in marketing, and $5,000 in travel in 2026.

T-7) Pier-Olivier Lestage, Montreal Alouettes (N)

Hard money: $240,000
Maximum value: $246,000

T-7) Zack Williams, Calgary Stampeders (N)

Hard money: $240,000
Maximum value: $246,000

T-9) Brandon Revenberg, Hamilton Tiger-Cats (N)

Hard money: $230,000
Maximum value: $246,000

T-9) Jermarcus Hardrick, Saskatchewan Roughriders (A)

Hard money: $230,000
Maximum value: $235,000

T-11) Quinton Barrow, Hamilton Tiger-Cats (A)

Hard money: $220,000
Maximum value: $228,000

T-11) Mark Korte, Edmonton Elks (N)

Hard money: $220,000
Maximum value: $226,000

13) Carter O'Donnell, Edmonton Elks (N)

Hard money: $218,000
Maximum value: $255,000

14) Peter Nicastro, Toronto Argonauts (N)

Hard money: $217,500
Maximum value: $232,500

15) Liam Dobson, Hamilton Tiger-Cats (N)

Hard money: $200,000
Maximum value: $214,000

https://3downnation.com/2026/05/07/the-cfls-highest-paid-offensive-linemen-in-2026/

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The CFL's highest-paid defensive linemen in 2026
by JC Abbott   May 8, 2026

T-1) Mathieu Betts, B.C. Lions (N)

Hard money: $270,000
Maximum value: $276,000

T-1) Malik Carney, Edmonton Elks (A)

Hard money: $270,000
Maximum value: $272,500

3) Jake Ceresna, Winnipeg Blue Bombers (A)

Hard money: $235,000
Maximum value: $235,000

The two-time All-CFL selection got a $120,000 signing bonus to join the Blue Bombers in free agency after an injury-plagued season in Edmonton. The six-foot-four, 295-pound defender will also earn $70,000 in salary, $20,000 in marketing, $15,000 in housing, $5,000 in travel, and $5,000 in training in 2026.

4) Robbie Smith, Edmonton Elks (N)

Hard money: $230,000
Maximum value: $248,500

5) Folarin Orimolade, Calgary Stampeders (A)

Hard money: $221, 500
Maximum value: $227,500

6) Clarence Hicks, Calgary Stampeders (A)

Hard money: $216,000
Maximum value: $245,000

7) Mustafa Johnson, Montreal Alouettes (A)

Hard money: $205,000
Maximum value: $214,000

8 ) Jonah Tavai, B.C. Lions (A)

Hard money: $195,000
Maximum value: $202,500

9) Bryce Carter, Ottawa Redblacks (A)

Hard money: $190,000
Maximum value: $199,000

10) Willie Jefferson, Winnipeg Blue Bombers (A)

Hard money: $186,500
Maximum value: 186,500

The six-time All-CFL selection got a $75,000 signing bonus to return for a seventh season in Bomberland, where he'll earn $70,580 in salary, $17,500 in marketing, $15,420 in housing, and $8,000 in travel. Jefferson notched only three sacks in 2025, though he led the CFL with 16 pass knockdowns.

11) Habakkuk Baldonado, Ottawa Redblacks (G)

Hard money: $185,000
Maximum value: $194,000

12) Casey Sayles, B.C. Lions (A)

Hard money: $182,500
Maximum value: $193,500

T-13) Julian Howsare, Hamilton Tiger-Cats (A)

Hard money: $170,000
Maximum value: $182,500

T-13) Isaac Adeyemi-Berglund, Montreal Alouettes (N)

Hard money: $170,000
Maximum value: $176,000

https://3downnation.com/2026/05/08/the-cfls-highest-paid-defensive-linemen-in-2026/

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Blue Bombers Rookie Camp Wrap
ED Tait   May 8, 2026

Winnipeg Blue Bombers training camp unfolds like a riveting reality series in two distinct chunks:

First comes the preliminary round which features rookies, draft picks or still green banana-types who had a brief look-see the year before. And then the main training camp where the auditions have some very-real consequences before the roster is pieced together.

There are close to 110 players currently listed on the roster and that number must be quickly shaved to 85 — excluding 'non-counters' like 2026 CFL Canadian Draft picks and junior players — by midnight Saturday, with the next round of cuts coming as soon as next Tuesday when the team must be down to 75.

The final cuts will come after the Blue Bombers second preseason game here at home on May 29th vs. the B.C. Lions.

Blue Bombers head coach Mike O'Shea said the goals of rookie camp are multi-dimensional, but the main items on the to-do list are to have a quick introduction to everyone on and off the field and then get the new charges ready for what is about to come.

https://www.bluebombers.com/2026/05/08/blue-bombers-rookie-camp-wrap/

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The CFL's highest-paid linebackers in 2026
by John Hodge  May 9, 2026

1) A.J. Allen, Ottawa Redblacks (N)

Hard money: $240,000
Maximum value: $246,000

2) Tyrice Beverette, Montreal Alouettes (A)

Hard money: $230,000
Maximum value: $236,500

3) Wynton McManis, Hamilton Tiger-Cats (A)

Hard money: $222,000
Maximum value: $235,000

4) Cameron Judge, Toronto Argonauts (N)

Hard money: $200,000
Maximum value: $208,500

5) Jameer Thurman, Saskatchewan Roughriders (A)

Hard money: $182,000
Maximum value: $187,000

6) Isaac Darkangelo, Toronto Argonauts (A)

Hard money: $156,000
Maximum value: $170,500

7) Ben Hladik, B.C. Lions (N)

Hard money: $145,000
Maximum value: $156,000

8 ) Nick Anderson, Edmonton Elks (A)

Hard money: $143,500
Maximum value: $150,500

9) Nyles Morgan, Ottawa Redblacks (A)

Hard money: $142,500
Maximum value: $151,500

10) Tyrell Richards, Montreal Alouettes (N)

Hard money: $141,000
Maximum value: $159,500

https://3downnation.com/2026/05/09/the-cfls-highest-paid-linebackers-in-2026/

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Blue Bombers transactions – May 10
May 10, 2026

The Winnipeg Blue Bombers today announce the following roster moves.

Released from roster:
American defensive lineman Warren Peeples
American linebacker Mike Smith Jr
American defensive back Cameron McCutcheon
American defensive back Khris Bogle
American running back OJ Arnold
American offensive lineman Zovon Lindsay
American linebacker Johnny Hodges

Transferred to suspended:
American defensive back Matt Jackson
American defensive back Javaris Davis

Transferred to retired list:
National receiver Ben Britton

https://www.bluebombers.com/2026/05/10/blue-bombers-transactions-may-10/

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Darrin Bauming  @DarrinBauming
May 10

Winnipeg's roster as CFL training camps open league wide this morning. #Bombers

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Winnipeg Blue Bombers cut seven after rookie camp
by 3Down Staff   May 10, 2026

The Winnipeg Blue Bombers cut seven American players following the conclusion of rookie camp, including running back OJ Arnold, offensive lineman Zovon Lindsay, defensive lineman Warren Peeples, linebackers Johnny Hodges and Mike Smith Jr., and defensive backs Khris Bogle and Cameron McCutcheon.

Hodges was an award-winning defender at Texas Christian University, where he was named the Big 12 Defensive Newcomer of the Year and a second-team All-Conference selection. He made 204 total tackles, 18 tackles for loss, five sacks, and one pass breakup over 31 games with the Horned Frogs.

Winnipeg Blue BombersWinnipeg Blue Bombers cut seven after rookie campby 3Down StaffMay 10, 2026
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The Winnipeg Blue Bombers cut seven American players following the conclusion of rookie camp, including running back OJ Arnold, offensive lineman Zovon Lindsay, defensive lineman Warren Peeples, linebackers Johnny Hodges and Mike Smith Jr., and defensive backs Khris Bogle and Cameron McCutcheon.

Hodges was an award-winning defender at Texas Christian University, where he was named the Big 12 Defensive Newcomer of the Year and a second-team All-Conference selection. He made 204 total tackles, 18 tackles for loss, five sacks, and one pass breakup over 31 games with the Horned Frogs.

The Blue Bombers have also transferred Canadian receiver Ben Britton to the retired list and American defensive backs Javaris Davis and Matt Jackson to the suspended list.

The team's camp opens on Sunday morning at Princess Auto Stadium. It is open to the public.

https://3downnation.com/2026/05/10/winnipeg-blue-bombers-cut-seven-after-rookie-camp/

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Winnipeg Blue Bombers release LB Johnny Hodges, six others
May 10, 2026 Michael Heilman

The Winnipeg Blue Bombers released running back Omari Arnold, offensive lineman Zovon Lindsay, defensive lineman Warren Peeples Jr., linebackers Johnny Hodges and Mike Smith Jr, and defensive backs Khris Bogle and Cameron McCutcheon on Sunday.

Omari Arnold is five foot nine and weighs 195 pounds. A native of Quitman, Georgia, Arnold signed with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers on May 2, 2026.

Collegiately, Arnold spent four seasons at Georgia Southern (2022-25) with 327 carries for 2,016 yards, 14 rushing touchdowns, completing 5 of 7 passes (71%) for 155 yards, five touchdowns, 66 catches for 539 yards, four touchdowns, 13 kick returns for 250 yards, and one tackle (1 assist) in 47 games for the Eagles.

In 2025, Arnold was named Second Team All-Sun Belt after finishing the season with a career-high 144 carries for 1,032 yards, five rushing touchdowns, completing two passes for 85 yards, two touchdowns, 21 catches for 212 yards, and one touchdown in 12 games.

Zovon Lindsey is six foot four and weighs 305 pounds. A native of Fayetteville, North Carolina, Lindsey signed with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers on October 2, 2025.

Collegiately, Lindsey spent two seasons at N.C. State (2019-20). He did not play for the Wolfpack. Then, he transferred to Coastal Carolina (2021-24), playing right tackle in 39 games for the Chanticleers. In 2024, Coastal Carolina averaged 28.69 points per game, 172.5 rushing yards per game, 201.23 passing yards per game, 373.7 total yards per game, 46 touchdowns, and allowed 15 sacks, finishing 6-7 for the season. After the season, he competed in the 10th-annual Trillion Tropical Bowl.

Warren Peeples Jr. is six foot two and weighs 230 pounds. A native of Stone Mountain, Georgia, Peeples Jr. signed with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers on January 21, 2026.

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers signed Peeples Jr. as an undrafted free agent on May 9, 2025. In 2025, he made six tackles (3 solos, 3 assists) and two sacks in three preseason games. The Buccaneers released him on August 26, 2025.

Collegiately, Peeples Jr. began his collegiate career at Hutchinson Community College in the 2020-21 season with seven tackles (5 solos, 2 assists) in five games for the Blue Dragons, helping them win the NJCAA National Championship.

Next, he transferred to Highland Community College in 2021 with 42 tackles (26 solos, 16 assists), 14 tackles for loss, 12.5 sacks, two pass breakups, two forced fumbles, and one fumble recovery in nine games for the Scotties. He was named First Team All-KJCCC and an All-American Honorable Mention.

Then, Peeples Jr. went to Memphis in 2022 with four tackles (4 solos) in six games for the Tigers. He then went to Northern Iowa in 2023 with four tackles (4 assists), 1.5 tackles for loss, and 1.5 sacks in seven games for the Panthers.

Peeples Jr. concluded his collegiate career at Southeastern Louisiana State University in 2024 with three tackles (2 solos, 1 assist), one tackle for loss, and one sack in two games for the Lions. Peeples Jr. attended South Gwinnett High School, where he was also a member of the school's track & field team.

Johnny Hodges is six foot and weighs 237 pounds. A native of Darnestown, Maryland, Hodges attended the Los Angeles Chargers rookie minicamp in 2025. The Winnipeg Blue Bombers signed Hodges on November 21, 2025.

Collegiately, Hodges was a lacrosse player at the Navy in 2019, where he played one game, causing a turnover in a 19-3 win over Furman. Next, he played football (2020-21) with 63 tackles (27 solos, 36 assists), three tackles for loss, one sack, one interception, five passes defended, one forced fumble, and one kick return for 12 yards in 16 games for the Midshipmen.

Then, he transferred to TCU (2022-24) with 204 tackles (107 solos, 97 assists), 18 tackles for loss, five sacks, and one pass breakup in 31 games for the Horned Frogs. In 2024, he had a career-high 89 tackles (47 solos, 42 assists), 4.5 tackles for loss, and one sack in 13 games. Hodges was named an All-Big 12 Honorable Mention.

In 2022, Hodges made 87 tackles (45 solos, 42 assists), 9.5 tackles for loss, two sacks, and one pass defended in 14 games, helping TCU win the Fiesta Bowl over Michigan before losing to Georgia in the CFP Playoff National Championship. In the Fiesta Bowl, Hodges made five tackles (3 solos, 2 assists) and one tackle for loss.

Hodges was named the Big 12 Defensive Newcomer of the Year, Second Team All-Big 12, and Second Team All-Big 12 by the Associated Press.

Mike Smith Jr. is six foot one and weighs 231 pounds. The 25-year-old from Flora, Mississippi, signed with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers on January 27, 2026.

The Indianapolis Colts signed Smith Jr. as an undrafted free agent on August 19, 2024. He played one preseason game. The Colts released him on August 25, 2024. The B.C. Lions signed Smith Jr. on September 23, 2024. He spent over a month on the practice squad. The Lions released him on November 3, 2024.

The B.C. Lions signed Smith Jr. on December 5, 2025. In 2025, he made six tackles, one tackle for loss, and one tackle on special teams in two preseason games. The Lions released him on June 1, 2025.

Collegiately, Smith Jr. played three seasons at Mississippi Gulf Coast (2019-21) with 248 tackles (151 solos, 97 assists), 19 tackles for loss, seven sacks, three forced fumbles, two fumble recoveries, two interceptions for 66 yards, and 10 pass breakups in 27 games for the Bulldogs. He was named First Team All-MACCC in 2021.

Next, Smith Jr. transferred to Liberty in 2022 with 69 tackles (39 solos, 30 assists), eight tackles for loss, one interception for 22 yards, five pass breakups, and two forced fumbles in 11 games for the Flames. Then, he transferred to Baylor in 2023 with 25 tackles (18 solos, 7 assists), three tackles for loss, one sack, and one pass breakup in five games for the Bears.

Khris Bogle is six foot four and weighs 245 pounds. The 25-year-old from Fort Lauderdale, Florida, attended the New York Giants rookie minicamp in 2025. The Columbus Aviators drafted Bogle in the 2026 UFL Draft. The Winnipeg Blue Bombers signed Bogle on January 22, 2026.

Collegiately, Bogle spent three seasons at the University of Florida (2019-21) with 69 tackles (26 solos, 43 assists), 12 tackles for loss, eight sacks, two pass breakups, and one forced fumble in 35 games for the Gators.

Then, he transferred to Michigan State University (2022-24) with 62 tackles (32 solos, 30 assists), 12.5 tackles for loss, and 6.5 sacks in 26 games for the Spartans. In 2024, he had a career-high 37 tackles (19 solos, 18 assists), 7.5 tackles for loss, and four sacks in 12 games. He was an All-Big Ten Honorable Mention after the season.

Cameron McCutcheon is six foot one and weighs 204 pounds. The 26-year-old from Seneca, South Carolina, signed with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers on December 11, 2025.

The Los Angeles Rams signed McCutcheon as an undrafted free agent on May 15, 2023. In 2023, he made six tackles (3 solos, 3 assists) and three pass breakups in three preseason games. He spent the season on and off the practice squad.

The Rams re-signed him on January 15, 2024. In 2024, he made seven tackles (6 solos, 1 assist) and two pass breakups in three preseason games. The Rams released him on August 25, 2024. The Pittsburgh Steelers signed McCutcheon on January 21, 2025. In 2025, he played in one preseason game before he suffered a hamstring injury and was placed on injured reserve. The Steelers released him on September 9, 2025.

Collegiately, McCutcheon spent three seasons at Gardner-Webb University (2018-20) with 87 tackles (63 solos, 24 assists), one tackle for loss, one interception, seven pass breakups, and one forced fumble in 25 games for the Runnin' Bulldogs. In 2019, he had a career-high 54 tackles (39 solos, 15 assists), one tackle for loss, and three pass breakups in 11 games.

Then, he transferred to Western Carolina University (2021-22) with 79 tackles (48 solos, 31 assists), 4.5 tackles for loss, two interceptions, eight pass breakups, one forced fumble, and one fumble recovery in 22 games for the Catamounts. In 2021, he made 47 tackles (27 solos, 20 assists), two tackles for loss, two interceptions, four pass breakups, and one fumble recovery in 11 games.

The Blue Bombers also announced defensive backs Matt Jackson and Javaris Davis were moved to the suspended list, and wide receiver Ben Britton was moved to the retired list.

https://www.bgmsportstrax.com/2026/05/10/winnipeg-blue-bombers-release-lb-johnny-hodges-six-others/

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The CFL's highest-paid defensive backs in 2026
by JC Abbott  May 10, 2026

1) Tyrell Ford, Edmonton Elks (N)

Hard money: $230,000*
Maximum value: $236,000*

T-2) Stavros Katsantonis, Hamilton Tiger-Cats (N)

Hard money: $200,000
Maximum value: $205,000

T-2) Tevaughn Campbell, Saskatchewan Roughriders (N)

Hard money: $200,000
Maximum value: $205,000

4) Adarius Pickett, Toronto Argonauts (A)

Hard money: $190,300
Maximum value: $201,300

T-5) Evan Holm, Winnipeg Blue Bombers (A)

Hard money: $180,000
Maximum value: $186,000

The 28-year-old earned his first All-CFL selection in 2025 and capitalized with a new contract that has him in the upper echelon of earners at his position. Holm has already collected a $71,700 signing bonus and will make another $80,000 in salary, $15,300 in housing, $10,000 in marketing, $3,000 in travel, and up to $6,000 in awards incentives.

T-5) Redha Kramdi, Winnipeg Blue Bombers (N)

Hard money: $180,000
Maximum value: $185,000

The Montreal native got a $55,000 signing bonus to commit to Winnipeg for two more seasons, where he's the CFL's only Canadian starter at strong-side linebacker. Kramdi will also earn $94,700 in salary, $15,300 in housing, $10,000 in marketing, $5,000 in travel, and up to $5,000 in awards incentives.

7) Deatrick Nichols, Winnipeg Blue Bombers (A)

Hard money: $175,000
Maximum value: $182,000

The three-time All-West Division selection got a $60,000 signing bonus to return for a sixth season in Bomberland. The longtime boundary halfback will also make $90,000 in salary, $15,000 in housing, $10,000 in marketing, and up to $7,000 in awards incentives.

8 ) Jamal Peters, Hamilton Tiger-Cats (A)

Hard money: $172,500
Maximum value: $177,500

9) C.J. Reavis, Ottawa Redblacks (A)

Hard money: $160,000
Maximum value: $166,000

10) Rolan Milligan Jr., Saskatchewan Roughriders (A)

Hard money: $159,200
Maximum value: $165,200+

https://3downnation.com/2026/05/10/the-cfls-highest-paid-defensive-backs-in-2026/

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Transactions:

2026-05-10   WPG   JACKSON, Matthew   DB   A   Eastern Kentucky   TRF TO LEAGUE SUSPENSION   League Suspension
2026-05-10   WPG   MAYES, Jamoi   WR   A   Cincinnati   TRF TO RETIRED   Retired
2026-05-10   WPG   SMITH Jr., Mike   LB   A   Baylor   DEL   Active Roster
2026-05-10   WPG   BOGLE, Khris   DL   A   Michigan State   DEL   Active Roster
2026-05-10   WPG   PEEPLES, Warren   DL   A   Southeastern Louisiana   DEL   Active Roster
2026-05-10   WPG   BRITTON, Benjamin   WR   N   Calgary   TRF TO RETIRED   Retired
2026-05-10   WPG   DAVIS, Javaris   DB   A   Auburn   TRF TO LEAGUE SUSPENSION   League Suspension
2026-05-10   WPG   BATTLE, Shyheim   DB   A   North Carolina State   TRF TO RETIRED   Retired
2026-05-10   WPG   LINDSAY, Zovon   OL   A   Coastal Carolina   DEL   Future Active
2026-05-10   WPG   ARNOLD, Omari   RB   A   Georgia Southern   DEL   Active Roster
2026-05-10   WPG   McCUTCHEON, Cameron   DB   A   Western Carolina   DEL   Active Roster
2026-05-10   WPG   HODGES, Johnny   LB   A   Texas Christian   DEL   Active Roster

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The CFL's 30 highest-paid players for 2026
by 3Down Staff  May 11, 2026

1) Nathan Rourke, B.C. Lions (N)

Hard money: $684,700
Maximum value: $684,700

2) Chad Kelly, Toronto Argonauts (A)

Hard money: $625,000
Maximum value: $625,000

3) Zach Collaros, Winnipeg Blue Bombers (A)

Hard money: $550,000
Maximum value: $550,000

Collaros recently took a $50,000 pay cut but remains top-three on the list. The two-time CFL Most Outstanding Player's contract includes a $50,000 signing bonus, $300,000 in base salary, and two $100,000 offseason bonuses.

4) Vernon Adams Jr., Calgary Stampeders (A)

Hard money: $500,000
Maximum value: $500,000

5) Bo Levi Mitchell, Hamilton Tiger-Cats (A)

Hard money: $485,300
Maximum value: $515,300

6) Trevor Harris, Saskatchewan Roughriders (A)

Hard money: $455,300
Maximum value: $509,300

7) Davis Alexander, Montreal Alouettes (A)

Hard money: $404,000
Maximum value: $446,000

8 ) Cody Fajardo, Edmonton Elks (A)

Hard money: $395,500
Maximum value: $447,500

9) Dru Brown, Ottawa Redblacks (A)

Hard money: $321,00
Maximum value: $387,000

10) Coulter Woodmansey, Edmonton Elks (N)

Hard money: $300,000
Maximum value: $300,000

11) RB Brady Oliveira, Winnipeg Blue Bombers (N)

Hard money: $290,000
Maximum value: $290,000

The two-time rushing champion, two-time All-CFL selection, two-time Most Outstanding Canadian, one-time Most Outstanding Player, and television star reset the running back market on a three-year extension with his hometown team. Oliveira's deal includes $140,000 in salary, a $120,000 signing bonus, and $30,000 in marketing.

12) Keon Hatcher Sr., B.C. Lions (A)

Hard money: $287,500
Maximum value: $318,500

T-13) Dakoda Shepley, Toronto Argonauts (N)

Hard money: $285,000
Maximum value: $291,000

T-13) Samuel Emilus, Saskatchewan Roughriders (N)

Hard money: $285,000
Maximum value: $291,000

T-13) Ryan Hunter, Toronto Argonauts (N)

Hard money: $285,000
Maximum value: $290,000

16) Tyson Philpot, Montreal Alouettes (N)

Hard money: $275,000
Maximum value: $284,500

T-17) Mathieu Betts, B.C. Lions (N)

Hard money: $270,000
Maximum value: $276,000

T-17) Malik Carney, Edmonton Elks (A)

Hard money: $270,000
Maximum value: $272,500

19) Kenny Lawler, Hamilton Tiger-Cats (A)

Hard money: $263,700
Maximum value: $275,700

20) Justin McInnis, B.C. Lions (N)

Hard money: $255,000
Maximum value: $261,000

T-21) Drew Desjarlais, Ottawa Redblacks (N)

Hard money: $250,000
Maximum value: $256,000

T-21) Logan Ferland, Saskatchewan Roughriders (N)

Hard money: $250,000
Maximum value: $255,000

T-21) Jarell Broxton, Winnipeg Blue Bombers (A)

Hard money: $250,000
Maximum value: $250,000

The native of Olney, Md. got a $125,000 signing bonus to join the Blue Bombers in free agency, and will earn an additional $94,600 in salary, $15,400 in housing, $10,000 in marketing, and $5,000 in travel.

T-24) A.J. Allen, Ottawa Redblacks (N)

Hard money: $240,000
Maximum value: $246,000

T-24) Pier-Olivier Lestage, Montreal Alouettes (N)

Hard money: $240,000
Maximum value: $246,000

T-24) Zack Williams, Calgary Stampeders (N)

Hard money: $240,000
Maximum value: $246,000

T-24) Nic Demski, Winnipeg Blue Bombers (N)

Hard money: $240,000
Maximum value: $255,000

The 32-year-old earned a $65,000 signing bonus to stay in Winnipeg on a deal that also includes $150,000 in salary and $25,000 in marketing. Demski's deal also includes $15,000 in awards incentives.

28) Jake Ceresna, Winnipeg Blue Bombers (A)

Hard money: $235,000
Maximum value: $235,000

The two-time All-CFL selection got a $120,000 signing bonus to join the Blue Bombers in free agency. The six-foot-four, 295-pound defender will also earn $70,000 in salary, $20,000 in marketing, $15,000 in housing, $5,000 in travel, and $5,000 in training.

T-29) Robbie Smith, Edmonton Elks (N)

Hard money: $230,000
Maximum value: $248,500

T-29) Brandon Revenberg, Hamilton Tiger-Cats (N)

Hard money: $230,000
Maximum value: $246,000

T-29) Tyrice Beverette, Montreal Alouettes (A)

Hard money: $230,000
Maximum value: $236,500

T-29) Tyrell Ford, Edmonton Elks (N)

Hard money: $230,000*
Maximum value: $236,000*

T-29) Jermarcus Hardrick, Saskatchewan Roughriders (A)

Hard money: $230,000
Maximum value: $235,000

https://3downnation.com/2026/05/11/the-cfls-20-highest-paid-players-for-2026/

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Blue Bombers sign first-round draft pick Nuer Gatkuoth
May 12, 2026

The Winnipeg Blue Bombers announce today the signing of Canadian defensive end Nuer Gatkuoth.

Gatkuoth (6-4, 227, Wake Forest University; born: May 3, 2002, in Edmonton, Alta) was the Blue Bombers first selection, fourth overall, in last month's CFL Canadian Draft.

Gatkuoth split his collegiate career between Wake Forest (2025) and Colorado State (2022-24) and with the Demon Deacons last season registered 39 total tackles, 8.5 tackles for loss, six quarterback sacks and one forced fumble in 12 games.

He was also credited with 21 quarterback hurries while being named a finalist for the 2025 Jon Cornish Trophy as the top Canadian player in NCAA football.

He played in 17 games over his two years with the Rams with 68 total tackles, 10.5 tackles for loss, 1.5 sacks, one interception and two forced fumbles.

Gatkuoth recently attended rookie minicamp with the Denver Broncos before signing with the Blue Bombers.

https://www.bluebombers.com/2026/05/12/blue-bombers-sign-first-round-draft-pick-nuer-gatkuoth/

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