US EditionElks Sign Star Running Back Justin Rankin to Extension Through 2027 Season
Justin Rankin leads the CFL with 7.8 yards per carry and 15 big plays this season, earning a contract extension through 2027 with the Edmonton Elks.
- On Tuesday, the Edmonton Elks announced they signed running back Justin Rankin to a contract extension through the 2027 season, keeping their star player in Green and Gold.
- Following a mid-2024 return, Rankin re-signed on July 21 after rushing for 765 yards on 98 carries, prompting his extension.
- Statistically, Rankin ranks second in touchdowns with 838 rushing and 633 receiving yards and leads the CFL in big plays this season.
- Rankin said he is staying in Edmonton for the next two seasons and praised the city and fans, while Ed Hervey, Elks VP of Football Operations and General Manager, said the signing builds on this season's momentum.
- With a Saturday matchup looming, the Edmonton Elks face Winnipeg while holding a 6-9 record, underscoring the timing of the extension.
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Elks sign star running back Justin Rankin to extension through 2027 season
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Elks, Rankin agree to extension through 2027
EDMONTON — Running back Justin Rankin is staying in the Green and Gold. The Edmonton Elks have signed Rankin to a contract extension through the 2027 season, the team announced Tuesday. “We’re pleased to have Justin onboard for the next two seasons,” Elks VP of football operations and general manager Ed Hervey said. “This signing builds on the momentum we’ve established this season, and we’re excited to see how he’ll contribute to our team’s suc…
TRANSACTION: Elks ink Justin Rankin to multi-year extension
EDMONTON — One of Canadian Football’s top offensive players is staying in the Green and Gold. The Edmonton Elks have signed running back Justin Rankin to a contract extension through the 2027 season, the Club announced Tuesday. “We’re pleased to have Justin onboard for the next two seasons,” Elks VP of football Operations and General Manager Ed Hervey said. “This signing builds on the momentum we’ve established this season, and we’re excited to …
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