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Blue Bombers Re-Sign Defensive Back Michael Griffin II

CFL Winnipeg Blue Bombers January 18, 2026 - WINNIPEG, MB. - The Winnipeg Blue Bombers today announce the club has agreed to terms on a one-year contract with American defensive back Michael Griffin II. Griffin II was scheduled to become a free agent next month. Griffin II (6-0, 220; South Dakota State; born: June 23, 1998, in Minneapolis, MN.) returns to the Blue Bombers in 2026 for his third season with the club and fourth in the Canadian Football League after initially signing with the Calgary Stampeders in 2023. He was first signed by the Blue Bombers on May ... Full Story

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Blue Bombers Re-Sign All-Star Guard Pat Neufeld

CFL Winnipeg Blue Bombers January 18, 2026 - WINNIPEG, MB. - The Winnipeg Blue Bombers today announce the club has agreed to terms on a one-year extension with veteran right guard Pat Neufeld. Neufeld was scheduled to become a free agent in February. Neufeld (6-6, 300, University of Saskatchewan; born: December 26, 1988, in Regina, Sask.) returns in 2026 for his 12th season with the Blue Bombers and 15th in the Canadian Football League, including his days with the Saskatchewan Roughriders (2011-13). A three-time CFL All-Star (2021-23), Neufeld started all 18 r... Full Story

Johnson, Kickel and Finley Join Sharks

IFL Jacksonville Sharks January 16, 2026 - Jacksonville, FL - As the 2026 season approaches, the Sharks continue to add talent in preparation for their first game on March 28. DL D'Anta Johnson, OL Matthew Kickel and OL Markus Finley are the newest additions to the Tank. Johnson (6'2, 285 lbs.) spent all four years of his collegiate career with East Carolina, becoming a stalwart on their defensive line. He tallied 94 tackles (34 solo), with 18.0 TFLs (-58 yards) and 6.5 sacks (-34.5 yards) during his time with the Pirates. Johnson made 30 starts with the Pirates a... Full Story

UFL Showcase Talent Featured in 2026 UFL Draft

January 16, 2026 - ARLINGTON, TX - The UFL hosted eight showcases across the globe this year, ranging from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C., and even overseas in Switzerland. Multiple players who participated in these showcases were selected in the 2026 UFL Draft, highlighting the opportunity each event continues to provide for aspiring professional talent. Omar Jarvis AJ McCarron and the Birmingham Stallions took a chance on a Division III standout from SUNY Morrisville in defensive back Omar Jarvis. As a Mustang in central New York, Ja... Full Story

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