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5 Things to Know for 2026: Winnipeg Blue Bombers

5 Things to Know for 2026: Winnipeg Blue Bombers

After an early playoff exit in 2025, the Winnipeg Blue Bombers are confident in turning that around in 2026. CFL.ca’s Pat Steinberg has more in this...

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Pat Steinberg

9 training camp battles to watch at CFL training camp

9 training camp battles to watch at CFL training camp

From protecting franchise quarterbacks to replacing key Grey Cup contributors, CFL.ca’s Marshall Ferguson highlights training camp battles for every...

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Marshall Ferguson

One training camp wish for every CFL team

One training camp wish for every CFL team

From embracing an offensive identity to unleashing star players, CFL.ca’s Marshall Ferguson has one wish for every team as training camp unfolds.

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Marshall Ferguson

4 backup QB battles to watch in training camp

4 backup QB battles to watch in training camp

The starting QBs in the CFL are set, but what about who sits behind them on the depth chart? CFL.ca’s Matthew Cauz takes a look at four backup...

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Matthew Cauz

MMQB: Ranking the CFL’s top 3 cornerbacks

MMQB: Ranking the CFL’s top 3 cornerbacks

CFL.ca’s Pat Steinberg unveils his top CFL cornerback rankings in a new MMQB while also breaking down storylines for two more teams.

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Pat Steinberg

Everything you need to know for 2026 CFL training camps

Everything you need to know for 2026 CFL training camps

CFL.ca’s Pat Steinberg brings you everything you need to know for CFL training camps, from off-season storylines to breakout candidates to watch in...

08.05.2026 8

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Pat Steinberg

Top of the Depth Chart for 2026: Toronto Argonauts

Top of the Depth Chart for 2026: Toronto Argonauts

CFL.ca’s Matthew Cauz continues the Top of the Depth Chart series with a look at the Toronto Argonauts’ projected 2026 starters, including...

08.05.2026 10

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Matthew Cauz

3 reasons why Edmonton could win the 113th Grey Cup

3 reasons why Edmonton could win the 113th Grey Cup

Can a Tyrell Ford-led defence help the Edmonton Elks go all the way in 2025? CFL.ca brings you three reasons why the Elks could win the 113th Grey...

07.05.2026 7

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Cfl.ca Team

5 Things to Know for 2026: Calgary Stampeders

5 Things to Know for 2026: Calgary Stampeders

As part of CFL.ca’s 5 Things to Know series, Don Landry breaks down what to expect from the 2026 Calgary Stampeders following their 11-win season in...

06.05.2026 20

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Don Landry

3 reasons why Calgary could win the 113th Grey Cup

3 reasons why Calgary could win the 113th Grey Cup

The Calgary Stampeders returned to the post-season in 2025 after missing the year prior. Can they build on that and go all the way?

05.05.2026 9

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Cfl.ca Team

Top of the Depth Chart 2026: Winnipeg Blue Bombers

Top of the Depth Chart 2026: Winnipeg Blue Bombers

Who will start at receiver for the Winnipeg Blue Bombers in 2026? CFL.ca’s Matthew Cauz projects every position in the latest Top of the Depth Chart...

04.05.2026 10

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Matthew Cauz

MMQB: Ranking the CFL’s top 3 running backs

MMQB: Ranking the CFL’s top 3 running backs

Where does Calgary Stampeders running back Dedrick Mills rank among the top running backs in the league? CFL.ca’s Pat Steinberg tackles that and...

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Pat Steinberg

3 reasons why Montreal could win the 113th Grey Cup

3 reasons why Montreal could win the 113th Grey Cup

A year removed from falling to the Riders in the 112th Grey Cup, will the Montreal Alouettes get back to the big show this year?

01.05.2026 10

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Cfl.ca Team

3 reasons why Saskatchewan could win the 113th Grey Cup

Will the Saskatchewan Roughriders become back-to-back Grey Cup champions in 2026? CFL.ca takes a look a three reasons why they could do just that.

30.04.2026 10

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Cfl.ca Team

3 CFL player takeaways on new regular season schedule and playoff format

Hamilton’s Stavros Katsantonis and Ottawa’s Brett Lauther weigh in on the new CFL season schedule and updated playoff format.

29.04.2026 10

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Cfl.ca Team

MMQB: 1 interesting off-season add for every East Division team

In this week’s MMQB, CFL.ca’s Pat Steinberg highlights his most interesting off-season additions for each East Division team.

27.04.2026 20

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Pat Steinberg

Top of the Depth Chart 2026: Ottawa REDBLACKS

In another Top of the Depth Chart series, CFL.ca’s Marshall Ferguson breaks down his projection for the Ottawa REDBLACKS’ 2026 depth chart.

24.04.2026 8

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Marshall Ferguson

3 reasons why Toronto could win the 113th Grey Cup

CFL.ca outlines three reasons why the Toronto Argonauts could be in the mix to win the 113th Grey Cup in November.

23.04.2026 10

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Cfl.ca Team

5 Things to Know for 2026: BC Lions

In this instalment of the 5 Things to Know series, CFL.ca’s Pat Steinberg looks at the BC Lions and how they’re shaping up for 2026.

22.04.2026 10

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Pat Steinberg

3 reasons why BC could win the 113th Grey Cup

CFL.ca makes the case for the BC Lions as 2026 contenders, highlighting three reasons they could end their drought and win the 113th Grey Cup.

21.04.2026 20

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Cfl.ca Team

7 players with CFL ties invited to Canada’s National Flag Football Selection Camp

Several players with CFL ties are among those invited to Football Canada’s 2026 Men’s Flag Football Selection Camp.

20.04.2026 10

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Cfl.ca Team

Top of the Depth Chart 2026: Edmonton Elks

In this Top of the Depth Chart series piece, CFL.ca’s Matthew Cauz examines whether the Elks can build on a strong finish and make a playoff push in...

20.04.2026 10

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Matthew Cauz

MMQB: 1 interesting off-season add for every West Division team

With the 2026 season nearing, this week’s MMQB sees CFL.ca’s Pat Steinberg spotlight intriguing new faces across the West Division.

20.04.2026 20

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Pat Steinberg

6 under-the-radar Canadian players to watch in 2026

From promising receivers to ascending defenders, CFL players spotlight five under-the-radar Canadians who could make noise in 2026.

17.04.2026 10

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Cfl.ca Team

3 reasons why Ottawa could win the 113th Grey Cup

From a new head coach and general manager, to a plethora of weapons added on both sides of the ball, CFL.ca takes a look at how the Ottawa REDBLACKS...

17.04.2026 10

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Cfl.ca Team

Why Taylor Elgersma is a good fit for the Blue Bombers

Veteran quarterbacks see starter potential in Taylor Elgersma, whose unique path and pro experience make him an intriguing addition in Winnipeg.

16.04.2026 10

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Cfl.ca Team

Top of the Depth Chart 2026: Calgary Stampeders

Kicking off the first Top of the Depth Chart for 2026, Marshall Ferguson takes an early look at the Calgary Stampeders’ projected roster.

16.04.2026 20

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Marshall Ferguson

3 reasons why Winnipeg could win the 113th Grey Cup

As the 2026 season approaches, CFL.ca continues its look at each team’s road to the 113th Grey Cup with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers.

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Cfl.ca Team

5 Things to Know for 2026: Montreal Alouettes

In this latest 5 Things to Know piece, CFL.ca’s Don Landry breaks down how the Montreal Alouettes’ blend of continuity and key off-season changes...

15.04.2026 10

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Don Landry

3 reasons why Hamilton could win the 113th Grey Cup

To preview the 2026 season, CFL.ca takes a look at every team’s path to the 113th Grey Cup, starting with the Hamilton Tiger-Cats.

14.04.2026 10

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Cfl.ca Team

5 Things to Know for 2026: Saskatchewan Roughriders

After a Grey Cup-winning 2025 season, here are five things to know about the Saskatchewan Roughriders heading into 2026.

13.04.2026 10

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Cfl.ca Team

MMQB: Ranking the CFL’s top 3 linebackers

Who are the top three linebackers in the CFL? CFL.ca’s Pat Steinberg counts them down in this week’s MMQB.

13.04.2026 30

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Pat Steinberg

New Ticat McManis ready for CFL’s toughest QB challenges

Linebacker Wynton McManis is embracing a new chapter in Hamilton, and already has matchups with Trevor Harris, Nathan Rourke and Chad Kelly circled...

08.04.2026 10

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Cfl.ca Team

Bombers ‘jacked up’ by Jarell Broxton addition

Zach Collaros and Brady Oliveira are already feeling the impact of All-CFL lineman Jarell Broxton, as the Winnipeg Blue Bombers look to reinforce...

07.04.2026 10

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Cfl.ca Team

MMQB: Ranking the league’s top 3 quarterbacks

In this week’s MMQB, CFL.ca’s Pat Steinberg ranks the league’s top quarterbacks, with Nathan Rourke leading a deep field entering 2026.

06.04.2026 30

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Pat Steinberg

Rankin on Fajardo: ‘The man, the myth, the legend’

Justin Rankin praises Cody Fajardo’s leadership and presence, saying the veteran quarterback gives his team belief that “anything is possible.”

02.04.2026 10

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Cfl.ca Team

MMQB: 3 questions heading into CFL Draft season

With April right around the corner, CFL Draft season is here. CFL.ca’s Pat Steinberg takes a look at three questions ahead of the draft on April 28.

30.03.2026 30

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Pat Steinberg

3 highlights that defined Corey Mace’s Coach of the Year campaign

Three key highlights defined Corey Mace’s Coach of the Year season, leading the Saskatchewan Roughriders to a first-place finish in the West Division.

26.03.2026 30

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Cfl.ca Team

MMQB: 4 players poised for bounce-back seasons in 2026

In this week’s MMQB, CFL.ca’s Pat Steinberg highlights four players set for bounce-back seasons in 2026.

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Pat Steinberg

The Weekly Say: Who will win Most Outstanding Player in 2026?

CFL.ca contributors make their early picks for the league’s top awards ahead of the 2026 season, with a mix of familiar names and rising stars...

19.03.2026 40

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Cfl.ca Team

MMQB: One key off-season decision for every East Division team

CFL.ca’s Pat Steinberg examines one key off-season decision for each East Division team as the countdown to the 2026 season begins.

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Cfl.ca Team

5 defensive backs who shut down passing lanes in 2025

According to PFF, these five defensive backs led the CFL in forced incompletions during the 2025 season.

13.03.2026 50

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Cfl.ca Team

1 underrated player from every CFL team to watch in 2026

From a dangerous returner in BC to rising defenders across the league, CFL.ca’s Don Landry highlights one underrated player from each team heading...

12.03.2026 40

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Don Landry

7 CFL records that may be untouchable

From most consecutive field goals to passing yard totals to games played in a career, will any of these seven CFL records get broken?

11.03.2026 30

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Cfl.ca Team

Stavros Katsantonis looks ahead through CFL Mentorship Program

Vicki Hall explores how Hamilton Tiger-Cats defensive back Stavros Katsantonis is preparing for life after football through the CFL’s Mentorship...

11.03.2026 50

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Vicki Hall

5 pass rushers who made quarterbacks sweat in 2025

Five of the CFL’s most disruptive defenders in 2025, led by Mathieu Betts, consistently brought pressure according to Pro Football Focus.

09.03.2026 40

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Cfl.ca Team

MMQB: One key off-season decision for every West Division team

In this week’s MMQB, CFL.ca’s Pat Steinberg looks at the key off-season decisions shaping the West Division ahead of 2026.

09.03.2026 30

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Pat Steinberg