3DownNation Podcast

3DownNation reporter Justin Dunk sits down with Edmonton Elks president Victor Cui. He shares innovation strategies, how to drive new sales through the team's guaranteed win ticket promotion, digital content focus and using it to complement live CFL games, TV deal with TSN, adapting on the fly, the importance of being data-first and Chris Jones. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/bra...

Co-hosts Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott discuss the aftermath of the CFL Combine, Simon Fraser University suddenly discontinuing its football program, former CFL receiver Brandon Zylstra's free agency, Mike O'Shea not wanting to select his son in the upcoming CFL Draft, and Canadian offensive lineman Carter O'Donnell returning from a foot injury for another year with the Indian...

CFL on TSN analyst Duane Forde joins 3DownNation's Justin Dunk to share his perspective on expansion, East-West Division format, free agency, quarterbacks and much more. Enjoy the show and subscribe on your favourite podcast platform. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Co-hosts Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott discuss Saskatchewan Roughriders' receiver Kian Schaffer-Baker undergoing surgery, the CFL Combine in Edmonton, this year's selections for the Canadian Football Hall of Fame, the chances of the Ottawa Redblacks trading the first overall pick in the 2023 CFL Draft, Dane Evans agreeing to a team-friendly contract with the B.C. Lions, and Sports...

Co-hosts Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott discuss Pierre Karl Péladeau officially purchasing the Montreal Alouettes, Randy Ambrosie's comments regarding CFL expansion, a Winnipeg store taking a shot at the Saskatchewan Roughriders, Hodge's first mock draft ahead of the 2023 CFL Combine, and the death of legendary head coach Bud Grant. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/bran...

Co-hosts Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott discuss the Jacksonville Jaguars keeping Nathan Rourke as one of only three quarterbacks on their roster, the Saskatchewan Roughriders signing veteran receiver Derel Walker, the CFL moving into exclusive negotiations with Pierre Karl Péladeau for the Montreal Alouettes, Andrew Harris returning for one final CFL season, and five Canadians performing w...

Co-hosts Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott discuss the B.C. Lions trading for veteran quarterback Dane Evans, Ryan Dinwiddie anointing Chad Kelly as Toronto's new starter, the details of Trevor Harris' new contract in Saskatchewan, Shawn Lemon signing on the west coast, and intriguing receiver Cole Tucker being added to the 2023 CFL Draft. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/...

Co-hosts Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott discuss McLeod Bethel-Thompson moving on from the Toronto Argonauts, the Hamilton Tiger-Cats re-signing linebacker Simoni Lawrence, a number of CFL players leaving for the XFL and USFL, some second-tier free agent moves from around the league, and a look ahead to Siriman Harrison Bagayogo's performance at the CFL Combine. Please enjoy the show an...

Veteran quarterback Trevor Harris was introduced to the media in Regina on Wednesday after signing with the Saskatchewan Roughriders. He discussed his decision to sign with the team and his goals for the 2023 season as the club looks to get back on track. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Co-hosts Justin Dunk and JC Abbott break down all the additions and departures from the CFL's free agent frenzy. Almost 50 players found new homes on Tuesday alone, including big names such as Trevor Harris, Eugene Lewis, Cody Fajardo, Jameer Thurman, Michael Couture, Folarin Orimolade, Kenny Lawler, Jovan Santos-Knox, Duke Williams, Jake Wieneke, and more. Please enjoy the show and subscribe...

Co-hosts Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott discuss the Saskatchewan Roughriders agreeing to terms on a contract with pending free agent quarterback Trevor Harris, Kenny Lawler returning to the Winnipeg Blue Bombers, the ongoing issues with the Montreal Alouettes' ownership group, the B.C. Lions booking another top band for their home-opener, and a flurry of other signings around the CFL....

Co-hosts Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott discuss pending free agent QB Trevor Harris being non-committal about his future with the Montreal Alouettes, the Ottawa Redblacks signing Canadian offensive lineman Drew Desjarlais, some under the radar names to watch out for in CFL free agency, the Edmonton Elks signing A.C. Leonard immediately following his release from Saskatchewan, and an indepe...

Co-hosts John Hodge and JC Abbott discuss the Hamilton Tiger-Cats signing Bo Levi Mitchell to a contract extension through 2025, the Edmonton Elks' optimism heading into 2023, the Saskatchewan Roughriders' plans for free agency, the Ottawa Redblacks signing award-winning defensive lineman Lorenzo Mauldin IV to a contract extension, and what the future could hold for Dane Evans. One minor c...

3DownNation reporter Justin Dunk sat down with Ottawa Redblacks' general manager Shawn Burke and head coach Bob Dyce during the CFL's winter meetings in Kananaskis, Alta. to discuss their plans for turning around the team, an update on the health of franchise quarterback Jeremiah Masoli, the hiring of Khari Jones as offensive coordinator. Please note that Lorenzo Mauldin IV has signed a on...

Edmonton Elks' head coach and general manager Chris Jones and assistant general manager Geroy Simon discuss going on the road to uncover new talent, the possibility of Canadian quarterback Tre Ford signing in the NFL, and the addition of veteran defensive back Loucheiz Purifoy. Defensive tackle Jake Ceresna has re-signed with the Elks since this interview was recorded. Advertising Inquiries: h...

Co-hosts Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott discuss Canadian quarterback Nathan Rourke signing with the Jacksonville Jaguars, the future of the quarterback position with the Toronto Argonauts, CFL commissioner Randy Ambrosie remaining bullish on expansion, scoring increasing in the CFL while it decreased in the NFL, and whether or not Trevor Harris and Eugene Lewis will re-sign with the Montre...

3DownNation reporter Justin Dunk sat down with Calgary Stampeders' head coach and general manager Dave Dickenson during the CFL's winter meetings in Kananaskis, Alta. to discuss how he installed Jake Maier as the club's new franchise quarterback, the departure of offensive lineman Julian Good-Jones to the NFL, and the pending free agency of Cameron Judge. Advertising Inquiries: https:/...

3DownNation reporter Justin Dunk sat down with Toronto Argonauts' head coach Ryan Dinwiddie and general manger Mike 'Pinball' Clemons during the CFL's winter meetings in Kananaskis, Alta. to discuss how things have developed since winning the 109th Grey Cup in Regina, Dinwiddie's contract situation, and the future of the club's quarterback position. Advertising Inquiries: h...

3DownNation reporter Justin Dunk sat down with Hamilton Tiger-Cats' head coach and president of football operations Orlondo Steinauer during the CFL's winter meetings in Kananaskis, Alta. to discuss the team's contract negotiations with Bo Levi Mitchell, watching Brandon Banks win a Grey Cup with the Toronto Argonauts, and the future of quarterback Dane Evans. Advertising Inquiries: ht...

3DownNation reporter Justin Dunk sat down with Winnipeg Blue Bombers' head coach Mike O'Shea and general manager Kyle Walters during the CFL's winter meetings in Kananaskis, Alta. to discuss moving on from a Grey Cup loss, how the club manages to keep so many sought-after players in free agency, and Walters going into the final year of his contract. Advertising Inquiries: https://redci...

3DownNation reporter Justin Dunk sat down with B.C. Lions' co-general manager Neil McEvoy during the CFL’s winter meetings in Kananaskis, Alta. to discuss the future of Canadian quarterback Nathan Rourke, how his potential departure could affect B.C.'s plans for 2023, and the retirement of Bryan Burnham. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcirc...

3DownNation reporter Justin Dunk sat down with Montreal Alouettes' general manager Danny Maciocia and head coach Jason Maas during the CFL’s winter meetings in Kananaskis, Alta. to discuss the pending free agency of Trevor Harris and Eugene Lewis, how the club went about hiring Maas, and the uncertainty surrounding the club's ownership. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands P...

3DownNation reporter Justin Dunk sat down with CFL commissioner Randy Ambrosie during the CFL’s winter meetings in Kananaskis, Alta. to discuss the latest on expansion, an uptick in scoring, the ownership of the Montreal Alouettes, an impending American TV deal, and the overall financial health of the league. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle....

3DownNation reporter Justin Dunk sat down with Saskatchewan Roughriders' general manager Jeremy O'Day and head coach Craig Dickenson on Tuesday during the CFL's winter meetings in Kananaskis, Alta. The duo answered questions regarding a challenging 2022 season, the development of Canadian receiver Kian Schaffer-Baker, and the future of franchise quarterback Cody Fajardo. Advertising In...

Co-hosts Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott discuss the Montreal Alouettes hiring Jason Maas as their head coach, which CFL players are most likely to be signed following their NFL workouts, Chris Streveler playing meaningful snaps with the New York Jets, changes to the 2023 CFL schedule, and the Toronto Argonauts moving on from former CFL M.O.P. Brandon Banks. Advertising Inquiries: https://r...