Football season is almost here, with the global draft set for 9 a.m. MT and the national draft for 6 p.m. MT on Tuesday, Apr. 30. Fans can watch the first two rounds of the national draft live on TSN and stream exclusive coverage of rounds 3-8 live on tsn.ca. Ahead of the draft, let's look at some draft selections still impacting the Red and White.

By the Numbers
  • Clark Barnes was selected 24th overall in 2023, recorded 25 catches for 234 yards and a touchdown in his rookie year.
  • Bryce Bell, drafted 11th overall in 2021, has proved his versatility by making starts at different positions and caught a pass in the Western Semi-Final against the Lions.
  • Cody Grace, picked in the 2020 global draft, has been named a CFL all-star and was the league leader in various punting categories in 2023.
  • Nick Statz, selected in the sixth round (55th overall) in 2019, has seen more action on defense, making several plays in the 2023 season.
  • William Langlais, chosen with the 27th pick in the third round of the 2015 CFL Draft, has been a productive member of the Red and White, with his seventh and eighth seasons being his most productive.
State of Play
  • The global draft is set for 9 a.m. MT and the national draft for 6 p.m. MT on Tuesday, Apr. 30.
  • Fans can watch the first two rounds of the national draft live on TSN and stream exclusive coverage of rounds 3-8 live on tsn.ca.
  • The CFL.ca Draft Tracker will update every pick as it happens.
Bottom Line

As the CFL season approaches, the impact of past draft selections on the Red and White is evident, showcasing the talent and potential to make a difference on the field.