Saskatchewan Roughriders Sign 1st-Round Pick Malcolm Bell, Deepen Defence

Saskatchewan Roughriders sign 1st-round pick Malcolm Bell, deepen defence

Bell now steps into a competition-heavy environment with a chance to learn from proven vets while also pushing reps himself.

RIDERS SIGN 1st ROUND DRAFT SELECTION MALCOLM BELL

The Saskatchewan Roughriders have signed National defensive back Malcolm Bell.  Bell (6’2-188) was selected ninth overall in the 2026 CFL Canadian Draft. He played in 12 games, making 11 starts, as a senior with Michigan State earning career-highs in tackles (49) and tackles for loss (5), while also posting a team-high six pass breakups and adding one sack. The Montreal native lined up for a career-best 717 snaps at cornerback, the most on the t…