Messam trade opens the door for Rider running backs
By Joel GassonIt's a new day for the Riders running backs following the trade of Jerome Messam.Last week, the Riders sent the Canadian tailback to the Calgary Stampeders just before the CFL trade...
View ArticleChange in plans forces veteran Riders to the sidelines
By Joel GassonThe final three weeks of the regular season is chance for the Riders to look at some players who haven't played much this year.While it's a move the team has to make, it's not an easy one...
View ArticleInjury, trades force changes to Riders' defensive line
By Joel GassonChanges are coming to the Riders first line of defence.At the start of the season, the team opted to go with Canadians Rory Connop and Brendan Tennant at defensive tackle as the team's...
View ArticleRider fans still tuned in as season of struggles winds down
By Kevin MartelRemember the Saskatchewan Roughriders?It's the team's last home game of the year Saturday at Mosaic Stadium. With the success of the Toronto Blue Jays drawing in the attention of many...
View ArticleGAME DAY: Riders vs Eskimos week 18 depth charts
By Joel GassonFor the final time this season the Saskatchewan Roughriders will run out of the tunnel onto the turf at Mosaic Stadium as they host the Edmonton Eskimos. The game is the first of the...
View ArticleGAME DAY: Riders wrap up home schedule against Eskimos
By Joel GassonThe Saskatchewan Roughriders hope to put on one last show on Saturday at Mosaic Stadium.For the final time this year, the Riders will play at home as they host the Edmonton Eskimos.Even...
View ArticleGAME DAY: Riders hosting Eskimos in 2015 home finale
By Joel GassonFor one last time this season, the Riders are on the turf at Mosaic Stadium as they're hosting the Edmonton Eskimos. The game is the team's final home game in 2015, a season that will be...
View ArticleRiders blow early lead in 35-24 loss to Eskimos
By Joel GassonThe Riders final game at Mosaic Stadium this season was more of the same from the home team.As quickly as the Riders jumped out to a 21-3 lead against the Eskimos, it evaporated with...
View ArticleKnox a bright spot during dark Riders' season
By Joel GassonThe search is over; Jeff Knox Jr. has found his home on the football field.The Riders linebacker recorded his 100th tackle against the Edmonton Eskimos on Saturday."I never could have...
View ArticleJunior Mertile owns up to mistake in Riders' loss against Eskimos
By Joel GassonJunior Mertile has been the talk of the town in Saskatchewan, and unfortunately it's for all the wrong reasons.During the Riders 35-24 loss to the Edmonton Eskimos on Saturday, the...
View ArticleMacDougall makes an impact in Riders safety debut
By Joel GassonAfter waiting all season to get his chance, Roughriders safety Keenan MacDougall made the most of his opportunity to start against the Eskimos.On a day when the defence was again below...
View ArticleRace to the finish: Dressler, Smith trying to capture Riders' receiving title
By Joel GassonThere's another battle shaping up between the University of North Dakota and North Dakota State University (NDSU), but this time it's in Saskatchewan.With just two weeks left in the CFL...
View ArticleGAME DAY: Riders vs Stampeders week 19 depth charts
By Joel GassonThe Riders begin their two-game road trip to close out their season on Saturday afternoon against the Calgary Stampeders at McMahon Stadium.For the second straight week, the Riders will...
View ArticleGAME DAY: Riders continue stretch drive in Calgary
By Joel GassonThe Saskatchewan Roughriders are ready for another audition for the 2016 season.Game film is a player's resume, and with just a few games left, the players have to prove their worth for...
View ArticleGAME DAY: Riders, Stamps battle on Halloween
By Joel GassonThe Riders are in Calgary taking on the Stampeders in their second last game of the regular season. The Stampeders have plenty to play for as they need a win to stay in the race for first...
View ArticleSlow start dooms Riders in 42-19 loss to Calgary
By Joel GassonThe Saskatchewan Roughriders were hoping to treat themselves to a win on Halloween in Calgary; instead they tricked themselves into a 42-19 loss against the Stampeders.After winning the...
View ArticleDarian Durant: 'I won't be the same quarterback, I'll be better'
By Joel GassonAt long last Rider Nation got some good news on Monday morning.Quarterback Darian Durant met with reporters for nearly 20 minutes, standing the entire time, answering questions about how...
View ArticlePatience pays off for Riders' Paul Woldu
By Joel GassonAs the Riders defence struggled through yet another game on Saturday in Calgary, one bright spot emerged in defensive back Paul Woldu.Early in the game, Keenan MacDougall suffered another...
View ArticleBen Heenan rejoins NFL's Colts
By Joel GassonThe Riders might be waiting a little longer if they hope to sign Ben Heenan.The team's former right tackle is back in the NFL after agreeing to join the Indianapolis Colts practice roster...
View ArticleJeff Knox Jr. dominates Rider player award nominations
By Joel GassonRoughriders linebacker Jeff Knox Jr. has been cleaning up on the field this year, setting a new team record for tackles in a single-season.On Thursday, the league announced team nominees...
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