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Levi Bell likely to retire from B.C. Lions: report

American defensive lineman Levi Bell is likely to retire from the CFL after two seasons, sources have confirmed to 3DownNation. TSN’s Coty Wiles was first to report the news. Bell appeared in 11 games with the Lions this season, starting opposite Mathieu Betts. He recorded 19 defensive tackles, two tackles for loss, and two sacks, […]

B.C. Lions expect to sign CFL award winner Darnell Sankey to contract extension

The B.C. Lions face a number of tough roster decisions this offseason, but there does not seem to be much doubt about the future of award-winning middle linebacker Darnell Sankey. Even though the 32-year-old is slated to become a free agent in February, general manager Ryan Rigmaiden doesn’t anticipate he’ll reach the open market. “We […]

Opinion: B.C. Lions’ West Final struggles don’t merit ‘unfair’ playoff narrative around Nathan Rourke

For Nathan Rourke, Sunday’s end-of-season media availability must have felt like cruel and unusual punishment. The B.C. Lions’ franchise quarterback has never much enjoyed his mandatory press responsibilities to begin with. In the aftermath of another devastating West Final defeat, the requirement was more than just inconvenient and uncomfortable. Standing in a near-empty room, camera […]