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TORONTO — The 2020 Free Agent market is officially open! CFL.ca has you covered with all the latest chatter and rumours regarding free agency from CFL.ca writers, players and FA insiders.
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:: Walker being pitched by Bombers
Count the Winnipeg Blue Bombers as one of the teams interested in signing free-agent receiver Derel Walker. 3DownNation’s Justin Dunk is reporting that the Grey Cup champs are trying to sell themselves to Walker, who is still seeking a CFL home five days into free agency.
Defensive tackle Woody Baron has decided to stay with the Montreal Alouettes, according to TSN’s Dave Naylor.
Hearing that DT Woody Baron has decided to stay with the @MTLAlouettes. #CFLFA
— David William Naylor (@TSNDaveNaylor) February 13, 2020
:: Gabriel to sign with Eskimos
According to a report from 3DownNation’s Justin Dunk, Canadian DB Jermaine Gabriel is heading to the Edmonton Eskimos.
BREAKING: #Eskimos sign Canadian defensive back Jermaine Gabriel for the 2020 season https://t.co/ceFgY60p7A #Edmonton #Esks #Toronto #Argos #CFL #CFLFA pic.twitter.com/JoWMOpTfAT
— Justin Dunk (@JDunk12) February 12, 2020
:: Posey set to sign with Ticats
Receiver DeVier Posey will sign with the Hamilton Tiger-Cats, sources told TSN’s Matthew Scianitti.
Hearing from #CFL sources, WR DeVier Posey will sign with the #Ticats.
— Matthew Scianitti (@TSNScianitti) February 12, 2020
:: Ticats sign DB/LB Patrick Levels
According to a report from 3DownNation’s Justin Dunk, the Tiger-Cats have added to their defence, signing Patrick Levels.
BREAKING: #Ticats agree to terms with strong-side linebacker, defensive back Patrick Levels https://t.co/BoiU77Yxiz #HamOnt #CFL #CFLFA pic.twitter.com/tTM24E04Es
— Justin Dunk (@JDunk12) February 12, 2020
The Lions were busy late on Tuesday, signing DT Micah Johnson and OL Ryker Mathews. Derel Walker could still be part of the Lions’ free agency plans, according to TSN’s Dave Naylor.
Very quiet on the Derel Walker front with little buzz about what’s happening. All that said, based on my conversations today, I’ll be surprised if he’s not signing with the @BCLions. #CFLFA
— David William Naylor (@TSNDaveNaylor) February 12, 2020
:: Colquhoun heading to Toronto
The Toronto Argonauts have signed National defensive back Arjen Colquhoun, according to 3DownNation’s Justin Dunk.
BREAKING: #Argos sign Canadian cornerback Arjen Colquhoun https://t.co/aohWpEyv8r #Toronto #TheSix #ArgosFootball #DoubleBlue #CFL #CFLFA pic.twitter.com/esuLdGSwc6
— Justin Dunk (@JDunk12) February 12, 2020
According to a report from 3DownNation’s Justin Dunk, Canadian DB/LB Chris Ackie has signed a deal with the Toronto Argonauts.
BREAKING: #Argos sign Canadian defensive back, linebacker Chris Ackie https://t.co/TduXdnnkGZ #Toronto #TheSix #ArgosFootball #DoubleBlue #CFL #CFLA pic.twitter.com/ua8FBvhZ7w
— Justin Dunk (@JDunk12) February 12, 2020
:: Adrian Tracy joins Montreal
Adrian Tracy seems to have found himself a new home, signing a deal with the Montreal Alouettes, according to a report from The Montreal Gazette’s Herb Zurkowsky.
Hearing #AlsMTL have signed DL Adrian Tracy from Hamilton
— Herb Zurkowsky (@HerbZurkowsky1) February 11, 2020
:: Micah Johnson heading to Lions
According to a report from TSN’s Dave Naylor, Micah Johnson and the BC Lions are “super close” to signing a deal.
Hearing that the @BCLions and free agent DL Micah Johnson are “super close” to a deal. #CFL #Lions
— David William Naylor (@TSNDaveNaylor) February 12, 2020
:: Larry Dean returns to Tiger Town
According to a report from 3DownNation’s Justin Dunk, linebacker Larry Dean is heading back to Hamilton for the 2020 season.
BREAKING: #Ticats sign stud linebacker Larry Dean for the 2020 season https://t.co/YenRoGutgU #HamOnt #CFL #CFLFA pic.twitter.com/H0fvflNfu5
— Justin Dunk (@JDunk12) February 11, 2020
:: Bazzie and Foote shore up Argonauts defensive line
The Toronto Argonauts have reportedly added Eskimos DE Alex Bazzie and former Alouettes Canadian defensive tackle Fabian Foote.
DE Alex Bazzie has agreed to terms with #Argos. #CFLFA @CFLonTSN
— Farhan Lalji (@FarhanLaljiTSN) February 11, 2020
BREAKING: The #Argos have signed national DL Fabion Foote, formerly of the #MontreALS. He was a second-round pick back in 2017. #CFL #CFLFA
🇨🇦🏈 https://t.co/LzW3icqg7y pic.twitter.com/Sm9DmkZTaZ
— John Hodge (@JohnDHodge) February 11, 2020
The Toronto Argonauts and receiver DaVaris Daniels have agreed to a one-year contract according to TSN’s Farhan Lalji.
DeVaris Daniels has agreed to a deal with the #Argos. @CFLonTSN @TSN_Sports #CFLFA
— Farhan Lalji (@FarhanLaljiTSN) February 11, 2020
Running back Jeremiah Johnson has decided to retire, according to TSN’s Farhan Lalji.
RB Jeremiah Johnson has decided to retire. #alouettes #BCLions #CFLFA @CFLonTSN
— Farhan Lalji (@FarhanLaljiTSN) February 11, 2020
:: Esks not in on Posey, Daniels
The Edmonton Eskimos are not in the mix for either DeVier Posey or DaVaris Daniels, according to TSN’s Farhan Lalji.
I’m told the #Eskimos aren’t in the mix on receivers DeVier Posey or DeVaris Daniels. #CFLFA @CFLonTSN
— Farhan Lalji (@FarhanLaljiTSN) February 11, 2020
:: Dean, Ticats in discussions
The Hamilton Tiger-Cats and linebacker Larry Dean have been in talks on a contract, according to 3DwonNation’s Justin Dunk.
https://twitter.com/JDunk12/status/1227299518095462403
Defensive back Tyquwan Glass is headed to the Montreal Alouettes on a one-year deal, according to 3DownNation’s Justin Dunk.
BREAKING: #Alouettes sign DB Tyquwan Glass for one-year through the 2020 season https://t.co/kNcFjbos4d #Montreal #AlsMTL #CFL pic.twitter.com/hbstZNFR2T
— Justin Dunk (@JDunk12) February 11, 2020
:: Bladek inks one-year deal with Double Blue
Offensive lineman Dariusz Bladek has signed a one-year deal with the Toronto Argonauts, according to TSN’s Farhan Lalji.
Hearing OL Darius Bladek has agreed to terms on a 1 year deal with #Argos. @CFLonTSN #Riders
— Farhan Lalji (@FarhanLaljiTSN) February 11, 2020
:: Philip Blake lands with Argos
The Toronto Argonauts have signed veteran National offensive lineman Philip Blake to a contract, according to 3DownNation’s Justin Dunk.
BREAKING: #Argos sign former #Riders Canadian OL Philip Blake https://t.co/kNcFjbos4d #Toronto #TheSix #ArgosFootball #CFL #CFLFA pic.twitter.com/MVcc6my0Ah
— Justin Dunk (@JDunk12) February 11, 2020
The Ottawa REDBLACKS have added National running back Anthony Coombs, according to TSN’s Dave Naylor.
The @REDBLACKS add Canadian RB Anthony Coombs. Played last season with @Ticats. #CFLFA
— David William Naylor (@TSNDaveNaylor) February 11, 2020
:: Brescacin bound for the Boatmen
The Toronto Argonauts are signing National receiver Juwan Brescacin, sourced told TSN’s Matthew Scianitti.
According to #CFL sources Canadian receiver Juwan Brescacin is heading to Toronto #Argos
— Matthew Scianitti (@TSNScianitti) February 11, 2020
:: Cioffi linked to Thorpe, Eskimos
SAM linebacker Anthony Cioffi and Edmonton Eskimos defensive coordinator Noel Thorpe have been liked together, according to 3DownNation’s Justin Dunk.
#Eskimos defensive coordinator Noel Thorpe and free agent SAM linebacker Anthony Cioffi have been linked together https://t.co/qNUK3Cc3bf #CFL #CFLFA pic.twitter.com/W06hv2jaMf
— Justin Dunk (@JDunk12) February 11, 2020
:: Jackson heads to the Hammer
Former Calgary Stampeders running back Don Jackson is set to sign with the Hamilton Tiger-Cats, according to 3DownNation’s Justin Dunk.
#Ticats sign former #NFL, #CalStampeders running back Don Jackson https://t.co/SslWFIXSp1 #HamOnt #Stamps #CFL pic.twitter.com/H6GYMSZFcS
— Justin Dunk (@JDunk12) February 11, 2020
Linebacker Don Unamba is headed to the Ottawa REDBLACKS, according to TSN’s Dave Naylor.
Hearing ex @EdmontonEsks LB Don Unamba heading to @REDBLACKS. #redblacks #CFLFA
— David William Naylor (@TSNDaveNaylor) February 11, 2020
The Edmonton Eskimos have signed defensive back Trumaine Washington, according to 3DownNation’s John Hodge.
BREAKING: The #Esks have signed DB Trumaine Washington. #CFL #CFLFA #Argos
🇨🇦🏈 https://t.co/xKiznQcVdf pic.twitter.com/UprDw5jjlX
— John Hodge (@JohnDHodge) February 11, 2020
:: Rainey to return to the Lions Den
According to a report from TSN’s Davis Sanchez, RB/returner Chris Rainey is heading back to the BC Lions after a year in Toronto.
Looks like Chris Rainey is headed back to #Bclions. A guy getting older but can still can flat out fly #CFL
— SanchezDavis2 (@DavisSanchez) February 11, 2020
:: Eskimos expected to sign LB Korey Jones
TSN’s Farhan Lalji is also reporting that the Eskimos are expected to sign linebacker Korey Jones.
Some #CFLFA notes:
Korey Jones expected to sign with Edmonton.
Tyquan Glass & Money Hunter expected time sign with #alouettesElimimian’s deal with #Riders is up to 163k with incentives.
Mincey’s deal with #Eskimos is 2 years 115k & 128k per in hard money. @CFLonTSN— Farhan Lalji (@FarhanLaljiTSN) February 11, 2020
:: Glass, Hunter heading to Montreal?
A pair of players, Tyquwan Glass and Money Hunter, are expected to sign deals with Montreal, according to a report from TSN’s Farhan Lalji.
Some #CFLFA notes:
Korey Jones expected to sign with Edmonton.
Tyquan Glass & Money Hunter expected time sign with #alouettesElimimian’s deal with #Riders is up to 163k with incentives.
Mincey’s deal with #Eskimos is 2 years 115k & 128k per in hard money. @CFLonTSN— Farhan Lalji (@FarhanLaljiTSN) February 11, 2020
According to a report from TSN’s Dave Naylor, defensive back Josh Johnson is expected to sign with the Blue Bombers.
The @Wpg_BlueBombers addressing a need at DB … expected to add former @EdmontonEsks Josh Johnson. #Bombers.
— David William Naylor (@TSNDaveNaylor) February 11, 2020
Defensive back Branden Dozier is signing with the Calgary Stampeders, sources told the Calgary Sun’s Danny Austin.
I'm told DB Branden Dozier will be joining the Calgary Stampeders.
2018 East Division All-Star with the Alouettes, had 70 defensive tackles last season with the Lions, the 13th most in the CFL (also had 7 special teams tackles, which you know matters to the Stamps)
— Danny Austin (@DannyAustin_9) February 11, 2020
:: Laing headed back to nation’s capital
Defensive lineman Cleyon Laing is headed to the Ottawa REDBLACKS, according to CFL.ca’s Davis Sanchez.
Hearing Cleyon Laing is going to #Redblacks. One of the best interior lineman in CFl American or Canadian
— SanchezDavis2 (@DavisSanchez) February 11, 2020
Linebacker Don Unamba has been linked to the Ottawa REDBLACKS, among other suitors, according to 3DownNation’s Justin Dunk.
SAM linebacker Don Unamba has been linked to the #Redblacks among other suitors https://t.co/qNUK3Cc3bf #CFL #CFLFA pic.twitter.com/7o5EOtEzUv
— Justin Dunk (@JDunk12) February 11, 2020
The Edmonton Eskimos have signed defensive back Jonathon Mincy, according to 3DownNation’s Justin Dunk.
#Eskimos sign former #NFL DB Jonathon Mincy https://t.co/ZW1iNKzFEb #Edmonton #Esks #CFL #CFLFA pic.twitter.com/YSz3jo3qlV
— Justin Dunk (@JDunk12) February 11, 2020
:: Elimimian re-ups with the Riders
The Saskatchewan Roughriders have signed linebacker Solomon Elimimian to a contract extension, according to TSN’s Farhan Lalji.
Solomon Elimimian re-signs with #Riders. @CFLonTSN
— Farhan Lalji (@FarhanLaljiTSN) February 11, 2020
:: Franklin headed to Riderville?
The Saskatchewan Roughriders have signed quarterback James Franklin to a contract, sources told 3DownNation’s Justin Dunk.
#Riders sign quarterback James Franklin https://t.co/q81xZiZFsJ #Saskatchewan #YQR #Regina #CFL pic.twitter.com/gAz1D0zmz5
— Justin Dunk (@JDunk12) February 11, 2020
The BC Lions have signed defensive back Garry Peters to an extension ahead of free agency opening on Tuesday, according to TSN’s Farhan Lalji.
#BCLions have signed Gary Peters to an extension. #CFLFA @CFLonTSN @TSN_Sports @TSN1040 pic.twitter.com/JYokVAcdaS
— Farhan Lalji (@FarhanLaljiTSN) February 11, 2020
:: Draheim staying by Harris’ side
TSN’s Farhan Lalji is reporting that the Esks will be keeping left tackle Tommie Draheim. The 31-year-old suited up in 10 games for Edmonton last year and was a key part of keeping QB Trevor Harris clean in the first half of the season.
Hearing OT Tommy Draheim is expected to sign an extension with #Eskimos before the opening of #CFLFA Tuesday morning. @CFLonTSN @TSN_Sports @tsn1260
— Farhan Lalji (@FarhanLaljiTSN) February 11, 2020
:: Kilgore back in Green and Gold
The Edmonton Eskimos have signed quarterback Logan Kilgore to a contract extension ahead of free agency opening on Tuesday, according to CHED’s Dave Campbell.
#Eskimos have re-signed QB Logan Kilgore. #CFL
— Dave Campbell (@Dave_CHED) February 11, 2020
:: Boatmen pushing hard for DaVaris
Among the teams interested in receiver DaVaris Daniels, the Toronto Argonauts are the team that’s leading the charge, according to the Winnipeg Free Press’ Jeff Hamilton.
Talking with a couple teams interested in receiver DeVaris Daniels, all signs suggest the Toronto Argonauts are leading the charge.
— Jeff Hamilton (@jeffkhamilton) February 10, 2020
:: Nevis, Fenner headed for free agency
The Winnipeg Blue Bombers have informed defensive back Chandler Fenner and defensive lineman Drake Nevis that they’ll be heading to free agency, according to the Winnipeg Free Press’ Jeff Hamilton, who added that Nevis is close to signing with Toronto.
#Bombers have told DT Drake Nevis and DB Chandler Fenner that they will hit free agency. According to sources, Nevis is close to signing with Toronto. Told Nevis was also at the Raptors game with Willie Jefferson. #wfp
— Jeff Hamilton (@jeffkhamilton) February 10, 2020
:: Stamps, Brescacin still talking
The Calgary Stampeders and pending free-agent receiver Juwan Brescacin are still in talks regarding a contract extension one day ahead of free agency, Stamps general manager John Hufnagel said according to the Calgary Sun’s Danny Austin.
Hufnagel added that the team is also speaking with linebacker Cory Greenwood, who is interested in playing in 2020.
Discussions ongoing with Juwan Brescacin, although there are other offers.
Cory Greenwood interested in playing next year, Stamps speaking with him but ratio change on o-line might make that a tough signing.— Danny Austin (@DannyAustin_9) February 10, 2020
:: Stamps taking time with QB market
Calgary Stampeders general manager John Hufnagel said in a press conference on Monday that the team will not be looking at a veteran QB option until the second or third day of free agency, according to the Calgary Sun’s Danny Austin.
Hufnagel added that the team will not be in the market for an American receiver in free agency and they’re still trying to get Montell Cozart signed.
John Hufnagel says the Stamps are not going to be in the market for an American receiver and won’t really look at veteran backup QBs until Day 2 or 3 of free agency.
Are still hoping to get Montell Cozart signed— Danny Austin (@DannyAustin_9) February 10, 2020
:: Esks in talks with Posey, Roosevelt
The Edmonton Eskimos are talking to receiver DeVier Posey, according to CHED’s Dave Campbell, who added that they’ve also spoken with Naaman Roosevelt.
Hearing the #Eskimos are still talking with REC DeVier Posey and have also had discussions with REC Naaman Roosevelt. Signing 1 or both is a possibility. On the DB front Jonathon Mincy is on the Esks radar. Played for Noel Thorpe with the Alouettes. #CFL
— Dave Campbell (@Dave_CHED) February 10, 2020
:: Unamba set to hit the open market
Linebacker Don Unamba will enter free agency and will most likely move on from the Edmonton Eskimos, according to CHED’s Dave Campbell.
Update on LB Don Unamba. Hearing he will enter free-agency and will most likely be moving on from the #Eskimos #CFL
— Dave Campbell (@Dave_CHED) February 10, 2020
:: Walker weighing many options
As Derel Walker continues to evaluate offers, TSN’s Dave Naylor reports that the receiver is still open to a return to the Argos. However, he says BC has the inside track, given a couple of important familiar faces.
WR Derel Walker has not ruled-out a return to @TorontoArgos but has heard from several teams this past week, including @sskroughriders, @MTLAlouettes and @BCLions. BC may have inside track given history with GM Ed Hervey and QB @Rikester13 from @EdmontonEsks days. #CFLFA
— David William Naylor (@TSNDaveNaylor) February 10, 2020
:: Davis, Ticats nearing extension
The Hamilton Tiger-Cats and defensive lineman Ja’Gared Davis are very close to an extension, according to TSN’s Farhan Lalji, who added that he’d be ‘very surprised’ to see him hit free agency.
Hearing that Ja’Gared Davis and the #TiCats are very close to an extension. Not done yet, but I would be surprised at this stage to see him hit free agency. #CFLFA @CFLonTSN pic.twitter.com/A66To983q4
— Farhan Lalji (@FarhanLaljiTSN) February 9, 2020
:: Lemon expected to hit the open market
Defensive lineman Shawn Lemon is expected to become a free agent, according to TSN’s Farhan Lalji, who added that the BC Lions have yet to make an offer.
DE @SLemonator is expected to go to free agency. Three teams showed strong interest during the tampering period. #BCLions have yet to make an offer. #CFLFA @CFLonTSN pic.twitter.com/SQO9RiutRV
— Farhan Lalji (@FarhanLaljiTSN) February 9, 2020
:: Ticats interested in Willie Jefferson
In addition to a reported visit with the Toronto Argonauts from TSN’s Dave Naylor, TSN’s Farhan Lalji is reporting that Willie Jefferson and his family are also heading to Hamilton to meet with the Tiger-Cats. Lalji also notes that Jefferson is expecting an offer from the Ticats.
After visiting the #Argos Willie Jefferson and family are in Hamilton to meet with the #TiCats where they are expecting an offer.
My understanding is the #Bombers have raised their offer to 250k in recent days. It will take a lot to get him to leave Winnipeg. @CFLonTSN #CFLFA pic.twitter.com/oXKInhTwpk— Farhan Lalji (@FarhanLaljiTSN) February 8, 2020
:: Lions pushing for Micah Johnson
The BC Lions’ d-line could be getting a big addition. According to TSN’s Farhan Lalji, there’s mutual interest between defensive tackle Micah Johnson and the Lions. Lalji also makes a case for BC keeping DE Shawn Lemon, who has been productive in both of his past seasons there.
Hearing #BCLions are making a strong push to sign Micah Johnson & that there is mutual interest.
I’m surprised they haven’t re-signed Shawn Lemon yet. 18 sacks in 23 games as a Lion the last 2 seasons & 31 isnt old for D-line. Johnson & Lemon could be quite the combo @CFLonTSN pic.twitter.com/8eaP2TnDLp
— Farhan Lalji (@FarhanLaljiTSN) February 8, 2020
:: Jefferson, Argos set to meet
Defensive lineman Willie Jefferson is set to meet with the Toronto Argonauts on either Friday or Saturday, according to TSN’s Dave Naylor, who added that the Double Blue are heavily pursuing the 2019 Most Outstanding Defensive Player.
Hearing that free agent DE @Stmn_Willie_Bmn is visiting the @TorontoArgos today/tomorrow. Buzz around the @CFL all week has been that Toronto is going hard after the reigning CFL Most Outstanding Defensive Player. #CFL #Argos
— David William Naylor (@TSNDaveNaylor) February 7, 2020
:: Riders moving on from Roosevelt? The Saskatchewan Roughriders are set to move on from veteran receiver Naaman Roosevelt, according to TSN’s Dave Naylor.
Additionally, Naylor added that Chris Ackie and the Montreal Alouettes have exchanged offers, but the linebacker could hit the market and, while Cory Greenwood is receiving interest elsewhere, he continues to talk with the Calgary Stampeders.
A few CFL free agent notes … @MTLAlouettes have exchanged $ offers for LB @chris_ackie but looks like he may go to market. Also, appears @sskroughriders are moving-on from WR @nyce18. LB Cory Greenwood has interest from other team but continues to talk with @calstampeders. #CFL
— David William Naylor (@TSNDaveNaylor) February 7, 2020
:: Johnson, Daniels in the $200k neighbourhood: TSN’s Farhan Lalji reports that DT Micah Johnson and receiver DaVaris Daniels have interest from multiple teams that are willing to spend in the range of $200k/year for their services.
Discussions on DT Micah Johnson and rec DeVaris Daniels have multiple teams interested and some considering paying each near the 200k range. #Riders #Eskimos #CFLFA @CFLonTSN pic.twitter.com/FWsVFHYFd5
— Farhan Lalji (@FarhanLaljiTSN) February 6, 2020
:: Jefferson garnering significant interest: Defensive lineman Willie Jefferson has been contacted by five CFL teams during the league’s negotiation window, according to TSN’s Dave Naylor.
Hearing that @Stmn_Willie_Bmn has been contacted by five of the nine CFL teams since the opening of the legal tampering window. #CFL #Bombers
— David William Naylor (@TSNDaveNaylor) February 5, 2020
:: Esks get Santos-Knox Back: Linebacker Jovan Santos-Knox has agreed to a one-year contract extension with the Edmonton Eskimos, according to TSN’s Farhan Lalji.
LB Jovan Santos-Knox has agreed to terms on a 1-year extension with #Eskimos. @CFLonTSN @TSN_Sports @TSN1260 #CFLFA
— Farhan Lalji (@FarhanLaljiTSN) February 4, 2020
:: McEwen to Calgary? According to 3DownNation’s Justin Dunk, John Hufnagel has made an offer to OL Sean McEwen.
Justin Dunk confiming Huffnagel has placed an offer to OL Sean McEwen during FA bidding window via @RodPedersenShow
— Robert Dalton (@RougeDalts) February 3, 2020
:: Elimimian, Riders could be a ways away from new deal: According to TSN’s Dave Naylor, the Riders and veteran LB Solomon Elimimian are far a part on reaching a new deal before next week’s FA deadline.
Hearing that @sskroughriders and LB @SolomonE56 are a ways apart and he is open for business, ready to listen to other offers. #CFL #Riders
— David William Naylor (@TSNDaveNaylor) February 3, 2020
MORE TO COME …
According to #CFL sources Canadian receiver Juwan Brescacin is heading to Toronto #Argos
— Matthew Scianitti (@TSNScianitti) February 11, 2020
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