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RUTH BONNEVILLE / FREE PRESS FILES Winnipeg Blue Bombers receiver Dorian Singer made three catches for 59 yards and picked up 82 yards on three kickoff returns on Saturday against the Saskatchewan Roughriders in the opening pre-season tilt.

Singer a studious student for the Blue and Gold

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Dorian Singer is proud of his path.

For the Winnipeg Blue Bombers receiver hopeful, those twists and turns included the decision to leave Minnesota for Arizona for his final year of high school football.

A two-way player that was turning heads as a receiver and safety, Singer felt the move would lead to more scholarship opportunities at a Power 5 school and the sacrifice was one he was willing to make — even if it meant his parents had to sign over legal guardianship to the Dampier family at the time.

“My journey is different from everybody else’s, which I love,” said Singer. “I take pride in what I do because I know it hasn’t been easy for me. The easiest way is to give up and I haven’t given up. I keep taking those steps forward to elevate myself.”

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John Woods / The Canadian Press files Winnipeg Blue Bombers linebacker Ja’Kobe Clinton (left) impressed in the pre-season game against the Saskatchewan Roughriders last Saturday, recording a pick six in the fourth quarter.

Linebacker Clinton making strong case to be kept on Bombers roster

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Linebacker Clinton making strong case to be kept on Bombers roster

Taylor Allen 6 minute read Yesterday at 6:32 PM CDT

Ja’Kobe Clinton’s path to the pros hasn’t been anywhere near as glamorous as his brother’s.

The aspiring Winnipeg Blue Bombers linebacker had to scratch and claw just to continue playing after high school. Then there’s his well-known sibling, former Pro Bowl safety Ha Ha Clinton-Dix — a two-time national champion at Alabama who was chosen in the first round of the 2014 NFL Draft by the Green Bay Packers.

He went on to play eight NFL seasons and made approximately US$20 million in career earnings.

“That set the bar way tremendously high for me. But like I tell everybody, we got two different roads and I kind of took the harder route,” Clinton told the Free Press after Bombers practice on Tuesday.

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NFL

FILE - Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) is injured while being tackled by Los Angeles Chargers defensive tackle Da'Shawn Hand (91) during the second half of an NFL football game, Dec. 14, 2025 in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Reed Hoffmann, File)

Mahomes takes part in Chiefs’ first voluntary workout, just 5 months after undergoing knee surgery

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Mahomes takes part in Chiefs’ first voluntary workout, just 5 months after undergoing knee surgery

Dave Skretta, The Associated Press 3 minute read Yesterday at 6:43 PM CDT

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes took part in the first voluntary workout of the offseason program on Tuesday, just over five months after he underwent surgery to repair ligaments in his left knee and four months ahead of their season opener.

The practice was closed to reporters, but the Chiefs posted a clip on social media that showed the two-time MVP making throws with his left knee in a brace. The Chiefs are scheduled to work again Wednesday before speaking with reporters on Thursday.

“He's in a good position to do some things,” Chiefs coach Andy Reid said earlier this month. "There’s some rules and regulations that go with that, so we just have to make sure we’re on top of that part. But if he can do some things — phase 2 (of the offseason), remember, is there’s no contact, no offense versus defense. It’s phase 3 that you get into that.

“So you just have to evaluate what you want to do there,” Reid said. "He’s in a position where he can do everything, I think.”

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FILE - Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs warms up before an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos, Dec. 14, 2025, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey, File)

Packers running back Josh Jacobs arrested on charges related to domestic abuse

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Packers running back Josh Jacobs arrested on charges related to domestic abuse

Steve Megargee, The Associated Press 3 minute read Updated: Yesterday at 7:16 PM CDT

Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs is facing five criminal charges, including strangulation and suffocation, after police responded to a disturbance complaint involving him over the weekend.

Hobart/Lawrence (Wisconsin) Police Chief Michael Renkas said that Jacobs was arrested Tuesday and booked into Brown County Jail on charges of strangulation and suffocation, battery-domestic abuse, criminal damage to property-domestic abuse, disorderly conduct-domestic abuse and intimidation of a victim.

Renkas said police had been dispatched to a complaint involving Jacobs on Saturday at 8:37 a.m.

“This remains an active and ongoing investigation,” Renkas said in a statement. “No further information will be released at this time.”

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Updated: Yesterday at 7:16 PM CDT

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FILE - Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence talks to reporters following an NFL wild-card playoff football game against the Buffalo Bills, Jan. 11, 2026, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux, File)

Jaguars QB Trevor Lawrence has no plans to cut his long locks despite team’s deep fake video

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Jaguars QB Trevor Lawrence has no plans to cut his long locks despite team’s deep fake video

Mark Long, The Associated Press 3 minute read Yesterday at 5:54 PM CDT

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Trevor Lawrence received dozens of texts following his most recent haircut.

Even his grandma weighed in.

But no one had anything nice to say about what the Jacksonville Jaguars did — or seemingly did — to their franchise quarterback. The team’s schedule release video earlier this month featured Lawrence apparently getting his long blond locks chopped.

It turned out to be a deep fake.

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NFL

FILE - Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young throws during the first half of an NFL wild-card playoff football game, Jan. 10, 2026, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Rusty Jones, File)

Now in Year 4, QB Bryce Young taking on a more vocal leadership role with the Panthers

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Now in Year 4, QB Bryce Young taking on a more vocal leadership role with the Panthers

Steve Reed, The Associated Press 3 minute read Yesterday at 4:28 PM CDT

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young had seen enough after several wet footballs were dropped by his receivers at OTAs on Tuesday following a heavy rainstorm in Charlotte.

And he let his teammates have it, reminding them it wasn't acceptable.

“It isn't raining anymore," Young could be heard shouting at teammates. "Let's clean this up, now. It's not raining anymore. We need better execution.”

The 2023 No. 1 overall draft pick has slowly been developing into a more vocal leader as he enters Year 4 of his tenure with the Panthers. Tuesday offered a public insight into that growth after Young's profanity-laced outburst.

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CFL

Toronto Argonauts' Tarvarus McFadden (2) runs the ball after making an interception during first half CFL Labour Day Classic football action against the Hamilton Tiger-Cats in Hamilton on Monday, September 1, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Nick Iwanyshyn

McFadden praises return of fellow DBs Amos and Priester to Argonauts defence

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McFadden praises return of fellow DBs Amos and Priester to Argonauts defence

Dan Ralph, The Canadian Press 5 minute read Yesterday at 2:56 PM CDT

GUELPH - The band is back together, and Tarvarus McFadden couldn't be happier.

Veteran defensive backs DaShaun Amos and Robert Priester rejoined Toronto in the off-season after spending 2025 with the Hamilton Tiger-Cats and Ottawa Redblacks, respectively. In 2022 and '24, McFadden, Amos and Priester all helped the Argonauts win Grey Cup championships.

"It's great that we have those guys back," McFadden said following Tuesday's practice at Alumni Stadium. "We communicate, we know where the others are going to be at certain times on the field and during certain plays.

"It's just been great."

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NFL

Washington Redskins running back Larry Brown (43) is stopped in his tracks by Miami Dolphins defender Manny Fernandez (75) during the NFL football Super Bowl VII game in Los Angeles, Jan. 14, 1973. (AP Photo/File)

Manny Fernandez, key part to the 1972 perfect Dolphins season, dies at 79

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Manny Fernandez, key part to the 1972 perfect Dolphins season, dies at 79

The Associated Press 2 minute read Yesterday at 1:36 PM CDT

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — Manny Fernandez, a two-time Super Bowl-winning defensive lineman with the Miami Dolphins who was an anchor during the team's undefeated season in 1972, has died, the team announced Tuesday. He was 79.

No cause of death was announced by the team.

Fernandez played his entire eight-year NFL career with the Dolphins and was a key pillar on Miami's “No-Name Defense," which helped the team reach consecutive Super Bowls from 1971-1973, including back-to-back Super Bowl wins in 1972 and 1973.

“We are deeply saddened by the passing of Manny Fernandez,” the Dolphins said in a statement, “a member of the 1972 perfect team, a two-time Super Bowl champion, ring of honor member and an anchor of the Dolphins' legendary ‘No-Name Defense.’ His consistent and selfless contributions on the field were instrumental to the Dolphins' success throughout the early 1970s, particularly in the team's three consecutive Super Bowl appearances, in which he produced some of the most memorable defensive performances in the history of the game.”

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CFL

Hamilton Tiger Cats wide receiver Kenny Lawler (89) celebrates his first down catch during first half CFL East Final football game action against the Montreal Alouettes, in Hamilton, Ont., Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Peter Power

Ticats sign star receiver Kenny Lawler to extension through 2028 season

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Ticats sign star receiver Kenny Lawler to extension through 2028 season

The Canadian Press 2 minute read Yesterday at 10:50 AM CDT

HAMILTON - The Hamilton Tiger-Cats have signed star wide receiver Kenny Lawler to a contract extension through the 2028 season, the CFL club announced Tuesday.

The 31-year-old earned league and East Division all-star honours last season.

He recorded 86 receptions for 1,443 yards, the fifth-highest one-season total in franchise history, and 14 touchdowns in 18 regular-season games.

Lawler has played 81 CFL regular-season games with Hamilton, Winnipeg, and Edmonton, amassing 342 receptions for 5,551 yards and 39 touchdowns.

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NFL

FILE - Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes looks to pass during the first half of an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Chargers, Dec. 14, 2025, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel, File)

Argentine police arrest 2 Chileans suspected of being in a group targeting NBA and NFL stars

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Argentine police arrest 2 Chileans suspected of being in a group targeting NBA and NFL stars

The Associated Press 2 minute read Yesterday at 11:42 PM CDT

BUENOS AIRES, Argentina (AP) — Argentine police arrested two Chilean citizens suspected of being part of a transnational gang that orchestrated burglaries at the homes of well-known athletes, including stars from the NBA and NFL.

The arrests took place at the Retiro bus station in Buenos Aires, the Argentine Federal Police confirmed in a statement Monday.

The two detainees, who were not identified, remained in custody awaiting extradition proceedings requested by the United States.

According to local police, the two Chilean citizens were part of a crime ring that targeted the homes of prominent athletes in the U.S. and Argentina, including NFL stars Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce and former tennis player Juan Martín Del Potro.

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Bomber Report

MIKAELA MACKENZIE / FREE PRESS Defensive back Ridge Texada (37) during Bombers practice at Princess Auto Stadium on Monday, May 25, 2026. For Taylor Allen story. Free Press 2026

Third Texada could be just right for Bombers

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Third Texada could be just right for Bombers

Taylor Allen 5 minute read Monday, May. 25, 2026

Rookie defensive back Ridge Texada is the third member of his family to be under contract with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers.

His two older brothers, fellow defensive backs Ranthony and Raleigh, were also Bomber hopefuls at one point.

Before going on to play 11 career games between Ottawa and Montreal, Ranthony signed a deal in 2020, but the cancelled season prevented him from suiting up in blue and gold. Fast forward a few years, Raleigh signed ahead of the 2024 campaign before being released midway through training camp.

Their father, Ranthony Sr., was a receiver at Louisiana Tech.

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Monday, May. 25, 2026

CFL

Indiana kicker Nicolas Radicic (15) and Indiana punter Mitch McCarthy (44) celebrate during the College Football Playoff national championship game against Miami, Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2026, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Marta Lavandier)

McCarthy embracing CFL life after championship run last season with Indiana Hoosiers

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McCarthy embracing CFL life after championship run last season with Indiana Hoosiers

Dan Ralph, The Canadian Press 5 minute read Monday, May. 25, 2026

HAMILTON - This month has been a whirlwind for Mitch McCarthy.

It began at the New England Patriots' rookie camp, then came a quick trip to the White House before finally reporting to the Hamilton Tiger-Cats training camp. On Saturday, the Australian-born punter participated in his first CFL game, a 20-10 exhibition loss to the Toronto Argonauts.

But if 2025 taught McCarthy anything, it was how to manage expectations, overcome adversity and successfully adapt to ever-changing situations. On Jan. 19, the 28-year-old capped his collegiate career celebrating an NCAA championship after the top-seeded Indiana Hoosiers downed the Miami Hurricanes 27-21 for their first-ever College Football Playoff crown.

"I've processed it," McCarthy said. "I've been able to kind of sit back, take it in and realize what I was a part of.

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Monday, May. 25, 2026

CFL

Hamilton Tiger-Cats' Isaiah Wooden (11) is tackled by Toronto Argonauts' linebacker Aaron Casey during first half CFL football action in Toronto Saturday, Oct. 4, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jon Blacker

Hamilton Tiger-Cats re-sign receiver/returner Wooden Sr., release veteran Alford

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Hamilton Tiger-Cats re-sign receiver/returner Wooden Sr., release veteran Alford

The Canadian Press 2 minute read Monday, May. 25, 2026

HAMILTON - Isaiah Wooden Sr. is back with the Hamilton Tiger-Cats.

The American receiver/returner re-signed with the CFL club on Monday after joining the Cleveland Browns in the off-season. The Ticats released veteran receiver/returner Mario Alford, who signed with Hamilton as a free agent in February.

The five-foot-nine, 170-pound Wooden appeared in 15 games with the Ticats over the 2024 and '25 seasons. He had 45 kickoff returns for 1,185 yards with two TDs while adding 38 punt returns for 570 yards and one touchdown.

In 2025, Wooden led the CFL in punt-return average (15.0 yards) and was ranked second in kickoff-return average (26.3 yards).

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Monday, May. 25, 2026

Bomber Report

MIKE DEAL / FREE PRESS FILES Quarterback Taylor Elgersma has consistently impressed during Bombers training camp, but his showing in the team’s pre-season opener against Saskatchewan made it clear there’s still work to be done.

Bombers’ pre-season opener a mixed bag

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Bombers’ pre-season opener a mixed bag

Taylor Allen 6 minute read Sunday, May. 24, 2026

In typical pre-season fashion, the Winnipeg Blue Bombers showcased some good and bad in Saturday’s 31-27 loss to the Saskatchewan Roughriders in Saskatoon.

The Blue and Gold will have one final tune-up on Friday when they host the B.C. Lions (7:30 p.m. kickoff). The real action begins when they’re in Calgary for Week 1 on June 5.

But before they look ahead, there’s a lot from Saturday that needs to be dissected.

“It’s tough coming off a camp and we don’t give them much rest at all. I thought they showed well in terms of their compete level,” said head coach Mike O’Shea after the game.

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Sunday, May. 24, 2026

CFL

Toronto Argonauts quarterback Chad Kelly (12) throws a pass during first quarter CFL Eastern Conference Final football action Saturday, Nov. 9, 2024 in Montreal. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Graham Hughes

CFL roundup: Hicks scores two TDs as Argos bounce Tiger-Cats 20-10 in pre-season tilt

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CFL roundup: Hicks scores two TDs as Argos bounce Tiger-Cats 20-10 in pre-season tilt

The Canadian Press 4 minute read Monday, May. 25, 2026

HAMILTON - Sam Hicks scored two touchdowns to lead the Toronto Argonauts past the Hamilton Tiger-Cats 20-10 on Saturday in the first CFL exhibition game for both teams.

Hicks ran for 25 yards on five carries for Toronto. He scored on a nine-yard scamper in the third quarter before adding a four-yard TD run in the fourth as the Argos outscored Hamilton 20-3 in the second half.

Hamilton's Larry Rountree III opened the scoring with a 46-yard TD run in the first quarter. Rountree, who spent two seasons with the NFL's Los Angeles Chargers as well as time with the UFL-champion Birmingham Stallions, ran for a game-high 86 yards and the TD on nine carries.

Hamilton was flagged 11 times for 144 yards in penalties. Toronto had seven penalties for 73 yards.

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Monday, May. 25, 2026

CFL

Ottawa Redblacks quarterback Bryson Barnes celebrates his touchdown late in the second half of CFL preseason football action against the Montreal Alouettes in Montreal Friday May 22, 2026. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Peter McCabe

White scores twice for Redblacks in 27-12 pre-season win over Alouettes

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White scores twice for Redblacks in 27-12 pre-season win over Alouettes

The Canadian Press 2 minute read Friday, May. 22, 2026

MONTREAL - Keelan White caught a pair of touchdown passes for the Ottawa Redblacks in a 27-12 win over the Montreal Alouettes in a C-F-L pre-season game Friday.

Redblacks quarterback Jake Maier connected with White twice in the first half with on 12-yard and four-yard touchdown throws. Quarterback Bryson Barnes scored a nine-yard rushing touchdown.

Maier completed 10 of 14 pass attempts for 155 yards. Barnes was good on all eight of his throws for 109 yards. 

Paul Geelen kicked field goals from 40 and 26 yards for Ottawa, which led 17-4 at halftime at Percival Molson Memorial Stadium. Cade McDonald had four catches for 73 yards for the Redblacks.

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