Blue Bombers sign Canadian DB Redha Kramdi to two-year extension

By Canadian Press on December 16, 2025.

WINNIPEG — The Winnipeg Blue Bombers have signed Canadian defensive back Redha Kramdi to a two-year extension, the CFL club announced Tuesday.

Kramdi was scheduled to become a free agent in February.

The 28-year-old from Montreal had 47 defensive tackles, two special teams tackles, a forced fumble and his first career interception this past season.

He also tied a career high with eight tackles in a win over Hamilton in September, equalling a total he first set against Toronto in July 2024.

Kramdi started 16 regular-season games and the East Division semifinal in 2025.

He has played 72 career games since being selected by Winnipeg in the second round, 16th overall, at the 2021 CFL draft and helped the Bombers win a second straight Grey Cup that year.

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ALOUETTES RE-SIGN CANADIAN LB RICHARDS

The Montreal Alouettes have signed Canadian linebacker Tyrell Richards to a one-year extension through the 2026 season.

The 27-year-old from Brampton, Ont., led the CFL with 30 special teams tackles in 18 games this past season.

He also recorded eight defensive tackles and forced one fumble.

Richards was selected first overall by the Alouettes at the 2022 CFL draft.

Montreal Alouettes general manager Danny Maciocia says Richards has become one of the top special teams players in the CFL.

The Alouettes also signed American receiver Austin Watkins Jr. to a two-year deal.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published Dec. 16, 2025.

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