Ottawa Redblacks show faith in QB Dru Brown's continued growth with contract extension
- The Ottawa Redblacks signed quarterback Dru Brown to a one-year contract extension, keeping him with the team through the 2026 season.
- Dru Brown had a strong 2024 season, throwing for 3,959 yards and 18 touchdowns while leading the Redblacks to the playoffs.
- The 2025 CFL season will begin on June 5, featuring a matchup between the Ottawa Redblacks and the Saskatchewan Roughriders.
- Other notable player signings include defensive lineman Folarin Orimolade with the Calgary Stampeders and defensive back Evan Holm with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers.
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Roughriders host Redblacks in season opener as CFL releases 2025 schedule
The Saskatchewan Roughriders will welcome the Ottawa Redblacks on June 5 at Mosaic Stadium to start the long road to the 112th Grey Cup on Nov. 16 in Winnipeg, according to the league schedule released Thursday.

Redblacks sign quarterback Dru Brown to one-year contract extension
OTTAWA — The Ottawa Redblacks signed American quarterback Dru Brown to a one-year contract extension Wednesday. The deal leaves Brown under contract with Ottawa through the 2026 season.
Future Secured: REDBLACKS extend Dru Brown through '26
OTTAWA — The Ottawa REDBLACKS are securing their young pivot’s future with the team. The REDBLACKS announced on Wednesday they have extended quarterback Dru Brown through the 2026 CFL season. His previous contract was set to expire after the 2025 season. “Dru did an outstanding job in his first year as a starter, providing our team with stability at the game’s most important position,” said REDBLACKS Head Coach Bob Dyce. “His work ethic, and ded…
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