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Tennessee Titans quarterback Malik Willis (7) tries to get past Arizona Cardinals safety James Wiggins (38) during the second quarter of an NFL preseason game at Nissan Stadium Saturday, Aug. 27, 2022, in Nashville, Tenn. Nas Titans Cardinals 072

Edmonton Elks Add Pair of Defenders with NFL Experience

Linebacker Nick Anderson and defensive back James Wiggins are the newest Edmonton Elks after singing with the team on Monday.

Aug 26, 2022; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; Saskatchewan Roughriders linebacker Larry Dean (11) tackles BC Lions wide receiver Bryan Burnham (16) in the first half at BC Place. Mandatory Credit: Bob Frid-USA TODAY Sports

Saskatchewan Roughriders All-Star Linebacker Hangs Up Cleats After Eight Seasons

Another great CFL linebacker has called it a career, as Saskatchewan Roughriders’ Larry Dean has retired after eight seasons.

Nov 25, 2018; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; The Canadian Snowbirds fly over the opening ceremonies during the 106th Grey Cup game at The Brick Field at Commonwealth Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Perry Nelson-USA TODAY Sports

Edmonton Elks Add Size to Offensive Line Via 6-Foot-7 Blocker

The Edmonton Elks' o-line just got bigger with the signing of offensive lineman Jonathan Buskey on Monday.

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The Markcast: CFL 2024 Free Agency News Roundup

IFL Assistant DPP Evan Willsmore and CFL content creator Jason Hussey join Reid Johnson on The Markcast to discuss CFL 2024 Free Agency team by team.

Aug 20, 2022; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Argonauts running back Javon Leake (32) against the Calgary Stampeders at BMO Field. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports

Edmonton Elks Boost Special Teams Signing Returner

The Edmonton Elks shifted their focus to special teams as they signed returner Javon Leake on Tuesday.

Jun 17, 2023; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; BC Lions linebacker Ben Hladik (46) prepares to tackle Edmonton Elks receiver Kyran Moore (3) in the second half at BC Place. BC won 22-0. Mandatory Credit: Bob Frid-USA TODAY Sports

BC Lions Bring Back Record-Breaking LB Ben Hladik

The Free Agency Notebook is tracking the latest player movement in the CFL, including the Edmonton Elks signing American quarterback Kaleb Eleby and the BC Lions re-signing linebacker Ben Hladik.

Nov 25, 2018; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; The Canadian Snowbirds fly over the opening ceremonies during the 106th Grey Cup game at The Brick Field at Commonwealth Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Perry Nelson-USA TODAY Sports

Edmonton Elks Roster Moves Include Extending Tony Jones

The Edmonton Elks stayed busy to close out January and begin February by signing six players, releasing two and extending linebacker Tony Jones.

Jun 17, 2023; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; Edmonton Elks linebacker Enock Makonzo (43) watches as defensive back Ed Gainey (11) intercepts a pass intended for BC Lions receiver Justin McInnis (18) during the first half in at BC Place. Mandatory Credit: Bob Frid-USA TODAY Sports

Edmonton Elks Roster Moves Include Signing QB, Releasing DB

The Edmonton Elks made multiple roster moves over the last week, including signing eight players.

Arizona Cardinals defensive tackle Robert Nkemdiche (90) stands over Green Bay Packers running back Aaron Jones (33) during the 3rd quarter of Green Bay Packers game 20-17 loss against the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday, December 2, 2018 at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wis. Mike De Sisti / USA TODAY NETWORK-Wis Packers03 Packers Desisti 05233

Edmonton Elks Sign Former NFL First-Round Pick

The Edmonton Elks added a former Arizona Cardinals first-round pick and Ole Miss defensive lineman Robert Nkemdiche.

Oct 22, 2021; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; view of a CFL game ball with a french logo on the field before the first quarter during a Canadian Football League game at Molson Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-USA TODAY Sports

CFL Teams Benefiting From USFL-XFL Merger to Form UFL

The USFL and XFL condensing their two pro leagues from 16 teams to the eight-team UFL has opened the door for more American football players to head north to the CFL.

Jun 17, 2023; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; Edmonton Elks defensive back Loucheiz Purifoy (0) tackles BC Lions receiver Jevon Cottoy (86) in the second half at BC Place. BC won 22-0. Mandatory Credit: Bob Frid-USA TODAY Sports

Edmonton Elks Extend DB Loucheiz Purifoy, Sign WR Charles Headen III

The Edmonton Elks and defensive back Loucheiz Purifoy agreed to an extension, and wide receiver/return specialist Charles Headen III signed to one-year deal.

In a surprising blockbuster deal, the Toronto Argonauts are dealing away All-Star receiver Kurleigh Gittens Jr. and a 2024 seventh-round draft pick to Edmonton for defensive end Jake Ceresna and the rights to Marshall University standout running back Khalan Laborn.

Toronto, Edmonton Pull Off Blockbuster Trade

The Toronto Argonauts and Edmonton Elks have been frequent trade partners over the past few years, but their latest deal has raised some eyebrows.

August 31, 2017; Santa Clara, CA, USA; San Francisco 49ers linebacker Dekoda Watson (97) rushes Los Angeles Chargers offensive guard Brett Boyko (67) during the second quarter at Levi's Stadium. The 49ers defeated the Chargers 23-13. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

Edmonton Elks Sign Brett Boyko, Donnie Lewis Jr.

After roster turnover continues for the Edmonton Elks, the team signed offensive lineman Brett Boyko and defensive back Donnie Lewis Jr.

Jun 17, 2023; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; BC Lions defensive lineman Mathieu Betts (90) sacks Edmonton Elks quarterback Taylor Cornelius (15) in the second half at BC Place. BC won 22-0. Mandatory Credit: Bob Frid-USA TODAY Sports

Edmonton Elks Make QB Taylor Cornelius Release Official

The Edmonton Elks officially announced quarterback Taylor Cornelius being released, while also letting go of linebacker Adam Konar.

Nov 29, 2015; Winnipeg, Manitoba, CAN; Ottawa Redblacks wide receiver Jake Harty (8) is hit by Edmonton Eskimos defensive back Aaron Grymes (36) in the 4th quarter of the Grey Cup at Investors Group Field. Mandatory Credit: James Carey Lauder-USA TODAY Sports

Edmonton Elks Re-Sign Cole Nelson, Release Aaron Grymes

Edmonton has been active this week with the release of veteran defensive back Aaron Grymes and the re-signing of defensive lineman Cole Nelson.

Nov 13, 2022; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Argonauts quarterback McLeod Bethel-Thompson (4) and wide receiver Kurleigh Gittens Jr. (19) celebrate their scoring play against the Montreal Alouettes during the second half at BMO Field. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports

Edmonton Elks Sign McLeod Bethel-Thompson To One-Year Deal

The Edmonton Elks signed free agent quarterback McLeod Bethel-Thompson to a one-year contract on Friday.

Aug 20, 2022; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Argonauts quarterback McLeod Bethel-Thompson (4) passes the ball against the Calgary Stampeders at BMO Field. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports

Elks QB Changes: Cornelius Out, Bethel-Thompson In?

The Edmonton Elks released quarterback Taylor Cornelius with speculation that McLeod Bethel-Thompson could be signed soon.

Jun 17, 2023; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; BC Lions defensive back TJ Lee (6) tackles Edmonton Elks receiver Steven Dunbar Jr. (7) in the second half at BC Place. BC won 22-0. Mandatory Credit: Bob Frid-USA TODAY Sports

Edmonton Elks Release WR Steven Dunbar Jr.

The Edmonton Elks made a roster change with the release of wide receiver Steven Dunbar Jr. in an apparent money-saving move.