Sean Whyte Splits Uprights On 2026 Contract Extension
The BC Lions announced today that National kicker Sean Whyte has signed a one-year contract extension, keeping him with his hometown team for a ninth season and 19th overall in the Canadian Football League. 2025 was another amazing chapter in a great career for the White Rock native, as the clutch kicker led the CFL […]
Lions Extend OL Schleuger Through 2027 Season
The BC Lions are keeping another key veteran in the fold, as American offensive lineman Chris Schleuger has signed a two-year contract extension. Schleuger was eligible to become a free agent on February 10. “Whether at guard or tackle, ‘Slug’ has performed well since he arrived in 2023,” said general manager Ryan Rigmaiden. “His versatility, […]
Veteran Garry Peters Inks 2026 Extension With BC Lions
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Sione Teuhema Remains In Den With One-Year Deal
The BC Lions announced today that American defensive lineman Sione Teuhema has signed a contract extension for 2026. Sione was eligible to become a free agent on February 10. “Since his rookie season of 2022, Sione has been a core player for our defence,” said general manager Ryan Rigmaiden. “In that time, he has become […]
Lions Extend Jonah Tavai Through 2027 Season
The BC Lions began the new year by keeping a key piece in the fold, as American defensive lineman Jonah Tavai has signed a two-year contract extension. Tavai was eligible to become a free agent on February 10. “Jonah’s combination of grit, strength and work ethic has made him one of the best defensive linemen […]
DL Nathan Cherry Re-Signs With Lions Through 2027
The BC Lions announced today that National defensive lineman Nathan Cherry has signed a two-year contract extension. Cherry was eligible to become a free agent on February 10. Cherry (6’1, 271 lbs)- enters his fifth season with the team after a 2025 campaign that saw him suit up in all 18 regular season games for […]
Three-Time Division All-CFL Linebacker Darnell Sankey Agrees To Terms With Lions
The BC Lions announced today that the team has agreed to terms with American linebacker Darnell Sankey on a one-year contract. Sankey (6’0, 242 lbs)- moves to the west coast after three seasons with the Montreal Alouettes, where he registered 239 defensive tackles, four sacks, a pair of interceptions and five forced fumbles in 41 […]
Michael Couture Remains With Lions Through 2027
The BC Lions announced today that National offensive lineman Michael Couture is staying with his hometown team with a two-year extension. Couture was eligible to become a free agent on February 10. “Mike was a big part of the gelling of our offensive line this past season,” said general manager Ryan Rigmaiden. His veteran presence, […]
Lions Add Former Tampa Bay Buccaneer RB Peyton Barber
The BC Lions announced today that the team has signed American running back Peyton Barber. Barber (5’11, 225 lbs)- moves north after a productive NFL career, starting with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers from 2016-19. In 63 games with the team, Barber rushed for 1,987 yards and 15 touchdowns on 551 carries and added 57 receptions […]
Lions Sign Former Vanderbilt DB Tyson Russell
The BC Lions announced today that the team has signed American defensive back Tyson Russell. Russell (5’11, 185 lbs)- signed with the Detroit Lions as a non-drafted free agent and saw pre-season action with the squad before being waived at the end of training camp. In 44 games over four seasons at Vanderbilt (2021-24), the […]