Murray Wood: Who's hot... and who's not
Every Friday, Murray Wood takes a look at the week's news and decides who's hot... and who's not. This week's list inclu...
Author Archives: Britton Gray
Sam Emilus, Shawn Bane Jr. return to Riders lineup against Elks
The Saskatchewan Roughriders are getting back a few key players on their offence this week. Slotback Sam Emilus and wide receiver Shawn Bane Jr. have been added to the team's active depth chart for Sa...
Sep 26, 2025 Saskatchewan Roughriders slotback Sam Emilus is back on the team's depth chart for the first time since July. (Saskatchewan Roughriders)
The Blitz podcast: CFL rule changes, Riders take on Elks
CFL fans made a lot of noise this week as commissioner Stewart Johnston announced significant rule changes coming in 2026 and 2027. The changes include shortening the field from 110 yards to 100, brin...
Sep 26, 2025
Riders look to stop Edmonton's Justin Rankin from taking over the game
The Saskatchewan Roughriders know they need to stop Justin Rankin this week. The Edmonton Elks running back has emerged as one of the elite weapons in the CFL this season, with 756 yards and six touch...
Sep 25, 2025 The Saskatchewan Roughriders will take its top-ranked rushing defence to Edmonton to try and stop Elks rusher Justin Rankin. (Saskatchewan Roughriders)
Philippe Gagnon back practising, Riders getting healthier ahead of Edmonton clash
The Saskatchewan Roughriders have had to be patient, but one of their biggest offseason signings could soon be ready to help the team. Offensive lineman Philippe Gagnon joined the Riders as a free age...
Sep 24, 2025 Saskatchewan Roughriders offensive lineman Philippe Gagnon (53) is back on the practice field for the team. (Britton Gray/980 CJME)
Schultz, Pue make Pat Canadians debut ahead of Pats home opener
A very busy hockey season got underway for Maddox Schultz and Liam Pue this week. The Regina Pats' first-round draft picks have already played two WHL road games. On Tuesday, the two played for the Re...
Sep 24, 2025 The Regina Pat Canadians started their season with a 5-3 win over the Estevan Bears. (Britton Gray/980 CJME)
'See where it goes from here': Riders react to CFL rule changes
Members of the Saskatchewan Roughriders didn't oppose the CFL rule changes -- but there are some questions that still need to be answered. "I think it caught a lot of people pretty off guard. Definite...
Sep 23, 2025 Saskatchewan Roughriders kicker Brett Lauther said the CFLPA wasn't consulted on the rule changes, but noted this isn't something the league has to do. (Saskatchewan Roughriders)
Big day from Tyson Philpot leads to 48-31 Riders loss to Montreal
On a rainy Saturday night, the Saskatchewan Roughriders couldn't overcome key injuries to their secondary as the Montreal Alouettes won 48-31. "We know what we want to be but to not lose sight of the ...
Sep 13, 2025 Saskatchewan Roughriders running back AJ Ouellette had 90 yards and a touchdown in the loss to the Montreal Alouettes on Sept. 13, 2025. (Saskatchewan Roughriders)
Riders host Alouettes as Saskatchewan looks to improve on CFL-best win record
The Saskatchewan Roughriders sit at the top of the CFL standings at 10-2 and look to keep that momentum going through the team's third and final bye week of the regular season. Before that, the Riders...
Sep 13, 2025 The Saskatchewan Roughriders carry a 10-2 record heading into Week 15 of the CFL season -- the best record in the league. (Saskatchewan Roughriders)
Kosi Onyeka set to start his second game for the Riders
Kosi Onyeka had to be patient for his first CFL start. The 25-year-old Brampton product dressed for 37 games in a special-teams role prior to starting in last week's 21-13 Saskatchewan Roughriders win...
Sep 12, 2025 Saskatchewan Roughriders safety Kosi Onyeka is a CFL veteran but started in his first CFL game last week. (Britton Gray/980 CJME)
Nick Wiebe thankful for support from Saskatchewan Roughriders
Saskatchewan Roughriders Nick Wiebe is grateful for the coaching staff and organization to stand by him through his first season and a bit as a pro. The second-year linebacker was drafted by the CFL c...
Sep 11, 2025 Saskatchewan Roughriders linebacker Nick Wiebe is enjoying his second season as a CFL pro. (Britton Gray/980 CJME)
NOW TRENDING
OPINION
Harsh penalties should be faced by drivers and companies overpass crashes like we have seen
If SGI has the power to levy heavy fines and municipalities have authority to get money back, we should be doing so - an...
LATEST WEATHER
TODAY ON EVAN BRAY
The Evan Bray Show - Friday, March 13
Evan looks back on one year of tariffs with Saskatchewan's Minister of Trade, breaks down the Musqueam First Nation agre...