Bombers linebacker Adam Bighill to undergo knee surgery, out for season

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Adam Bighill confirmed what many had already feared Thursday morning.

The Bombers’ veteran linebacker will miss the remainder of the season owing to a knee injury suffered in the Labour Day Classic, he announced in an Instagram post from his personal account.

“Unfortunately, today I’m going in for surgery on my knee that will end my season,” Bighill wrote. “The support from family, friends, teammates, and fans has been incredible. It sure makes this process easier, as it’s the furthest thing from your expected version of the season. Excited to watch and help my guys finish this season to reach our ultimate goal.

“This isn’t the end of #4 by any means. But it does mean one step at a time. Attacking rehab is next.”

Bighill’s season ends with 48 defensive tackles and one sack in 10 appearances.

The 35-year-old is one of the most decorated defensive players in CFL history, earning six CFL all-star selections and three Most Outstanding Defensive Player Awards in his 12-year career.

Canadian Shayne Gauthier filled in for Bighill earlier this season and is expected to be the team’s middle linebacker for the remainder of the campaign.

The Bombers (7-6) face the Edmonton Elks at Commonwealth Stadium on Saturday (6 p.m.).