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WINNIPEG — The Winnipeg Blue Bombers announced on Thursday that All-CFL receiver Nic Demski has signed a two-year contract extension through the 2027 Canadian Football League season.

Montreal Alouettes News / CFL.ca / December 18

Alouettes extend offensive lineman Justin Lawrence through 2028

MONTREAL — The Montreal Alouettes announced on Thursday that the team has signed starting centre Justin Lawrence to a two-year contract extension that will keep him with the Als through the 2028 season.

CFL News / CFL.ca / December 18

Argos sign National receiver Tristan Ready

TORONTO – The Toronto Argonauts announced on Thursday the team has signed National receiver Tristan Ready. Ready (six-foot-one, 205 pounds) was a first-team OUA all-star in 2025 after hauling in 43 passes for 868 yards and six scores for the Carleton Ravens.

CFL News / CFL.ca / December 18

3 takeaways from Brady Oliveira’s press conference

WINNIPEG — Brady Oliveira did not need many words to make his message clear. Fresh off signing a contract extension that keeps him with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers, the hometown star running back met with the media and spoke candidly about why staying in Blue and Gold mattered, how quickly the deal came together and how much he has left in the tank.

CFL News / CFL.ca / December 18

Lions sign American running back Peyton Barber

VANCOUVER — The BC Lions announced on Thursday that the team has signed American running back Peyton Barber. Barber (five-foot-11, 225 pounds) moves north after a productive NFL career, starting with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers from 2016-19.

Riders extend National defensive back Jaxon Ford

REGINA — The Saskatchewan Roughriders have signed National defensive back Jaxon Ford to a contract extension, the team announced on Thursday. He was eligible to become a free agent in February.

Montreal Alouettes News / CFL.ca / December 18

Ticats sign National receiver Shedler Fervius

HAMILTON — The Hamilton Tiger-Cats announced on Thursday the signing of National wide receiver Shedler Fervius. Fervius, 26, appeared in 19 games with the Montreal Alouettes from 2023 to 2025, recording seven receptions for 87 yards.

CFL News / CFL.ca / December 18

Bombers extend defensive back Deatrick Nichols

WINNIPEG — The Winnipeg Blue Bombers announced on Thursday the club has agreed to terms on a one-year contract extension with veteran defensive back Deatrick Nichols.

Montreal Alouettes News / CFL News Hub / December 17

Montreal Alouettes Extend LB Najee Murray Through 2026, Longest Tenured Alouette

The Montreal Alouettes announced on Wednesday that they are bringing back American defensive back and linebacker Najee Murray for the 2026 season. Murray

CFL News / CFL.ca / December 17

5 pending free agents who had career-best seasons

Timing, they say, is…well, you know. It can be the difference between a big first down catch and a pick-six the other way. Between a sack and a touchdown pass.

BC Lions News / CFL.ca / December 17

Lions extend National linebacker Adam Konar

VANCOUVER — The BC Lions announced on Wednesday that National linebacker Adam Konar has signed a two-year extension. Konar was eligible to become a free agent on February 10.

CFL News / CFL.ca / December 17

Ticats announce football operations staff for 2026

HAMILTON — The Hamilton Tiger-Cats have announced on Wednesday their football operations staff for the 2026 season. Led by president of football operations Orlondo Steinauer, the Tiger-Cats front office will benefit from strong continuity, with much of the group returning from the 2025 season.