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Riders head into 'Lions Den' in showdown against B.C.
The Saskatchewan Roughriders will try to out-roar the Lions in B.C today. Saskatchewan, with a perfect 4-0 record so far in the 2024 CFL season, will try to claim first place in the west division in a...
Jul 13, 2024 The Saskatchewan Roughriders carry a perfect 4-0 record into a Week 5 game against the B.C. Lions on July 13, 2024. (Supplied/Saskatchewan Roughriders)
Nelson and Boseko Lokombo to face off as Riders meet Lions
It's always a family affair when Nelson Lokombo heads back to B.C. The Saskatchewan Roughriders safety's family will be at the showdown between the green and white and B.C. Lions on Saturday. Kickoff ...
Jul 12, 2024 Saskatchewan Roughriders safety Nelson Lokombo is expecting to have plenty of family and friends at the game against the B.C. Lions. (Britton Gray/980 CJME)
Riders lead the way in CFL defensive takeways
The Saskatchewan Roughriders are the takeaway kings early in the 2024 CFL season. After five weeks of action, the Green and White lead the CFL with their defence forcing 14 turnovers. The unit is ahea...
Jul 10, 2024 The Saskatchewan Roughriders have a CFL-leading 14 takeaways after four games in 2024. (Saskatchewan Roughriders)
Shawn Bane Jr. returns to Riders' after personal leave
Family is forever for Shawn Bane Jr. So much so he has that saying tattooed on his body. "It was super important and thankfully (the team) allowed me to handle things accordingly," the Saskatchewan Ro...
Jul 09, 2024 Saskatchewan Roughriders slotback Shawn Bane Jr. returned to the team ahead of a showdown against the B.C. Lions. (Saskatchewan Roughriders)
Regina Hotel Association just fine with Thursday night Riders games
Are Thursday home games for the Saskatchewan Roughriders good day for the city's hotels? The topic of Thursday CFL games can be a controversial one for fans in Saskatchewan. Many opinions can be found...
Jul 05, 2024 Shari McCannel, the Regina Hotel Association’s director of marketing and sponsorship, said Thursday games are great for the hotel sector. (980 CJME file photo)
No fly zone: Riders record four interceptions in win over Argos
The Saskatchewan Roughriders' defence controlled the air in a Thursday night win over the Toronto Argonauts. Riders' defenders picked off Argos quarterback Cam Dukes four times as Saskatchewan earned ...
Jul 04, 2024 Saskatchewan Roughriders defensive back Marcus Sayles returns an interception for a touchdown against the Toronto Argonauts. (Saskatchewan Roughriders)
Trevor Reid feeling blessed to have opportunity with Riders
Trevor Reid feels grateful to be able to play professional football in 2024. "It's a blessing," the Saskatchewan Roughriders offensive tackle said. "I just want to keep proving to them I can be the gu...
Jul 04, 2024 Saskatchewan Roughriders offensive tackle Trevor Reid (left) will start his fourth CFL game on Thursday. (Britton Gray/980 CJME)
Riders to tackle Argos with Patterson at the helm
Shea Patterson is feeling confident ahead of his first CFL start. "The only time you get nervous, or feel like the nerves are too much, is when you haven't put in the work," said Patterson. "I feel li...
Jul 04, 2024 Saskatchewan Roughriders quarterback Shea Patterson will make his first CFL start on Thursday. (Saskatchewan Roughriders)
KeeSean Johnson back in Riders' lineup in CFL clash against Argos
KeeSean Johnson once again found himself in a familiar spot in his pro career. After getting the start in Week 1, in which the East Palo Alto, Cal., product caught one pass for one yard, the Saskatche...
Jul 03, 2024 KeeSean Johnson is back in the Saskatchewan Roughriders lineup. (Saskatchewan Roughriders)
Riders' AJ Ouellette ready to rush against Argos for first time
AJ Ouellette is looking forward to facing off against some familiar faces this week. The Saskatchewan Roughriders running back will take on the Toronto Argonauts for the first time as a CFL player. Ki...
Jul 02, 2024 Saskatchewan Roughriders running back AJ Ouellette will play the Toronto Argonauts for the first time in his CFL career. (Britton Gray/980 CJME)
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