The Argonauts and Tiger-Cats have something in common this training camp: both teams are holding open auditions for the starting running back roles without an American veteran in sight. TSN Football Insider Dave Naylor has more on the running back battles in Toronto and Hamilton.
All eyes will be on quarterback Chad Kelly this season as he has not played a live snap of football since suffering an injury in the 2024 East Final against the Alouettes. In an effort to offer their QB some protection, the Argos brought in offensive lineman Dakoda Shepley and also bolstered their defence by bringing back linebacker Adarius Pickett. TSN Football Insider Dave Naylor has more on what can be expected of these three players this season.
There is no question who will be the Blue Bombers starting quarterback for the 2026 season as veteran QB Zach Collaros is entering his 14th season, but the big question is who will back him up? TSN's Danielle Bain has more as Winnipeg gets ready to kick off their preseason on Saturday against the Roughriders.
Blue Bombers rookie quarterback Taylor Elgersma shares what he can improve on with the team, how comfortable he is with the offence, and what he can take from his experience with Laurier and playing in the preseason with the Green Bay Packers in 2025.
Heading into his 14th season and sixth with the Blue Bombers, Winnipeg's quarterback Zach Collaros shares what is ideal preseason looks like and what he likes about working with Tommy Condell again.
With reigning MOP Nathan Rourke at the helm, the Lions are always going to be dangerous but if they are going to get over the hump in 2026, three players will be relied upon. TSN Football Insider Farhan Lalji explains how James Butler, Stanley Berryhill III and Darnell Sankey can provide an impact in B.C.
The Tiger-Cats will be relying heavily on the Canadian receiver duo of Kiondre Smith and Kurleigh Gittens Jr. while the addition of Wynton McManis should offer a boost to Hamilton's defence. TSN Football Insider Dave Naylor examines how these three players can be the most impactful for the Ticats this season.
Vernon Adams Jr. threw for 87 yards and a touchdown in limited action and the Calgary Stampeders kicked off the CFL preseason with a win over the reigning Grey Cup champion Saskatchewan Roughriders on Monday.
After a difficult 2024 season, the Stampeders were back in the playoffs in 2025 and are looking to reascend again this season as hosts of the Grey Cup. They reestablished their culture a year ago, and a big part of that culture was Vernon Adams Jr., who needs to have an even bigger impact in 2026. TSN's Farhan Lalji examines the most impactful players for Calgary in 2026.
Elks running back Justin Rankin will look to build on a great start to his CFL career, while Austin Mack, perhaps the team's biggest addition, will be reuniting with quarterback Cody Fajardo. TSN Football Insider Farhan Lalji details the most impactful players for Edmonton in 2026.
Football Insider Dave Naylor and CFL analyst Henoc Muamba breakdown what they saw from quarterback Chad Kelly at Argonauts practice on Thursday and discuss how he has to reintegrate himself with the team after missing all of last season.
Argonauts quarterback Chad Kelly joins TSN's Dave Naylor to explain what it's like coming back to the game after missing a lot of time due to a complicated injury, what he did to get ready for the season, how he likes working with head coach Mike Miller, and more.
Argonauts head coach Mike Miller shares his first impressions of the team, what he's trying to establish during training camp, what he's seen from his quarterback room, what challenges he expects Chad Kelly to face as he returns after missing an extended period of time, and much more.
After missing the Grey Cup in 2025, the Blue Bombers spent more in free agency than they usually do in an effort to return to their lofty status atop the Western Conference. TSN's Farhan Lalji examines players that can step up and make a big impact for Winnipeg in 2026.
This offseason has brought a new flavour to the Redblacks with potential impact players being added to several positions on the field under new head coach Ryan Dinwiddie. Headlining is the addition of Greg Bell, who could be the answer as the team's RB1. TSN Football Insider Dave Naylor details the most impactful players for Ottawa in 2026.
Farhan Lalji joins SportsCentre from Lions training camp to explain why Nathan Rourke and the team are hitting the ground running for year two under Buck Pierce. He also touches on a big hole on the offensive line and how they plan to remedy it.
Nathan Rourke calls it a luxury to already have a year under Buck Pierce's system and says the familiarity with the offence is already paying off at camp.
When the Tiger-Cats lost Devin Veresuk to the Colts there was a hole created at the linebacker position but the team brought in Wynton McManis, who is already making his presence felt in Hamilton. TSN's Dave Naylor is joined by Henoc Muamba to discuss what the veteran LB can add to the team, the opportunity that exists at the running back position and Tre Ford battling for a backup quarterback position.
Micah Awe, Jonathan Sutherland and Arthur Hamlin each spoke about what they hope to bring to the Alouettes as they all hope to impress the coaching staff during training camp.
Veteran linebacker Wynton McManis spoke about his first impression of the Tiger-Cats and the impressive level of communication he has experienced so far. Running back Shane Watts discussed what he can bring to Hamilton and taking advantage of this opportunity.
After spending four years in Edmonton, quarterback Tre Ford will be playing in Hamilton this season and he spoke about learning from head coach Scott Milanovich and the experience he brings to the Tiger-Cats.
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