3DownNation Podcast

Montreal Alouettes’ franchise quarterback Davis Alexander tells 3DownNation.com reporter Justin Dunk he played through a torn ulnar collateral ligament and fractured elbow in his right throwing arm for the final six games during his senior season at Portland State University. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott discuss Brayden Schager shining for the Saskatchewan Roughriders in his preseason debut, the Calgary Stampeders lacking quarterback depth behind Vernon Adams Jr., the CFL officially ratifying new rules for 2026, the B.C. Lions renegotiating their lease at BC Place Stadium, the Montreal Alouettes signing Laval passer Arnaud Desjardins, and Casey Sayles calling...

Star Canadian Football League running back Brady Oliveira tells 3DownNation's Justin Dunk he wants to play 10 professional seasons and retire with his hometown team. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Justin Dunk and John Hodge discuss the CFL's highest-paid players list, some intriguing position battles in Winnipeg and Saskatchewan, the league shifting its season to start earlier in 2027, the retirement of Seth Hundeby, the Toronto Argonauts offering $1 hot dogs, and second-overall 2026 CFL Draft pick Niklas Henning signing with the Las Vegas Raiders. Please enjoy the show and subscribe on...

Zach Collaros enjoyed his first experience as a broadcast analyst for TSN during the 112th Grey Cup in Winnipeg, he tells 3DownNation.com reporter Justin Dunk. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The CFL Players’ Association benefitted from the league’s desire to expand the Grey Cup playoffs starting in 2027, as the union's first vice president Brett Lauther explains to 3DownNation.com's Justin Dunk. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott discuss the Canadian Football League changing its playoff format for 2027, offer their thoughts on all nine CFL draft classes, whether or not Diego Pavia will ever come to the CFL, the Calgary Stampeders new uniforms, the Ottawa Redblacks signing Luiji Vilain, and the retirement of P.J. Walker. Please enjoy the show and subscribe on your favourite podcast pro...

Vernon Adams Jr. has developed a trend and wants to buck it in 2026, he tells 3DownNation.com's Justin Dunk. His last three CFL campaigns, to varying degrees, have started hot, with Adams Jr. being in the Most Outstanding Player conversation until different points in the schedule. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Justin Dunk and JC Abbott share opinions about how the Saskatchewan Roughriders handled Ajou Ajou's release following his suspension, break down Canadian QB Taylor Elgersma signing with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers, analyze whether Chad Kelly's NFL aspirations are legitimate and detail reasons behind the Ottawa Redblacks changing Canadian kickers. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/...

Saskatchewan Roughriders’ running back A.J. Ouellette did not undergo a viral body transformation in the offseason — but he has gained dad strength. Isla Jo was born on Friday, March 6 as Ouellette and his girlfriend, Caitlyn Amaral, welcomed a daughter into the world. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Habakkuk Baldonado has pushed confidence in Global athletes in the Canadian Football League to a new level. The 26-year-old maximized his earning potential for the 2026 CFL season, becoming the highest-paid Global in three-down league history by a considerable margin. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott discuss Nathan Rourke trying his hand at flag football ahead of the 2028 Summer Olympics, the Edmonton Elks possibly becoming profitable in the not-too-distant future, the Calgary Stampeders potentially getting a new stadium, the Elks hiring Rick Campbell, ranking all nine CFL quarterback rooms, and Chris Streveler announcing his retirement from professional...

From afar during the lead-up to the 112th Grey Cup in Winnipeg, it did not seem Trevor Harris intended the game to be the last of his 13-year CFL career. However, he recently admitted to 3DownNation reporter Justin Dunk that the thought entered his mind once on Saturday night. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

3DownNation reporter John Hodge speaks one-on-one with Edmonton Elks president and CEO Chris Morris about his first year on the job, the Thompson family's commitment to the club, the strength of its season ticket base, the goal of profitability, and the future of Commonwealth Stadium. #CFL #Canadian #Football #Elks #Edmonton Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out...

Trevor Reid tells 3DownNation.com's Justin Dunk what caused him to miss the entire 2025 football season. He explains why he chose to sign with the Hamilton Tiger-Cats as a CFL free agent. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The B.C. Lions’ post about Nathan Rourke leaving the CFL to focus on flag football may have been nothing more than a panic-inducing April Fool’s joke, but his balancing act between the two sports has already begun. Rourke wants to play for Canada at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games and explained his path to doing so with 3DownNation.com's Justin Dunk. He also shared his goals for the 2026 CF...

Justin Dunk goes one-on-one with Canadian receiver Tyson Philpot to discuss his new contract with the Montreal Alouettes, his background in flag football, and his aspirations to play for Team Canada at the 2028 Summer Olympic Games. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Canadian offensive lineman Giordano Vaccaro sits down with 3DownNation reporter John Hodge to discuss his development at the University of Manitoba, why he transferred to Purdue University for his last college season, and the possibility of being the first-overall pick in the 2026 CFL Draft. #CFL #CFLDraft #CFLCombine #Edmonton #Redblacks Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy...

John Hodge and J.C. Abbott discuss their takeaways from the 2026 CFL Combine in Edmonton, including the players that rose, the players that fell, the overall strength of each position group, possible future changes to the format of the event, and some fun behind-the-scenes tidbits. Please enjoy the show and subscribe on your favourite podcast provider. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/...

3DownNation reporter John Hodge goes one-on-one with offensive lineman Darius Bell, who is a projected first-round pick in the 2026 CFL Draft. The native of Hamilton, Ont. discusses growing up in Steeltown, his collegiate journey through Maine and East Carolina, and his goals for the professional ranks. #CFL #Canadian #Football Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out:...

Michigan State defensive back Devynn Cromwell sits down with 3DownNation’s J.C. Abbott to discuss his status as a top CFL Draft prospect, his recent pro day injury, and his experience transferring from the University of Guelph to two of the biggest programs in the NCAA. #CFL #CFLDraft #Canadian #Football Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/p...

Canadian QB Christian Veilleux opens up about his mixed experience in the NCAA at Penn State, Pittsburgh, and Georgia State, the strength of Ottawa-born players in the 2026 CFL Draft, the value of the transfer portal, and his goal of becoming a professional quarterback. #CFL #CFLDraft #CFLCombine #PennState #Pittsburgh #GeorgiaState Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt...

3DownNation reporter JC Abbott speaks one-on-one with 2026 CFL Draft prospect Eloa Latendresse-Regimbald, who was a standout at quarterback with the McGill Redbirds. After impressing under centre, the native of Montreal, Que. is open to changing positions at the professional level. #CFL #CFLDraft #CFLCombine #Quebec Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://red...

Defensive back Jonathan Moxey explains why he chose to sign with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers in free agency, how he's grown as a player over six CFL seasons, Jordan Younger's "defensive back-friendly" scheme, and dealing with the noise at Princess Auto Stadium. #Bombers #Winnipeg #CFL Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

John Hodge and JC Abbott preview the 2026 CFL Combine, going position by position to assess the strength of each group and analyze top prospects. Please enjoy the show and subscribe on your favourite podcast provider. #CFL #Canadian #Football #CFLDraft Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy