The Calgary Stampeders have acquired American quarterback Vernon Adams Jr. in a trade with the BC Lions.
The Lions are receiving second- and fourth-round picks in this year's draft from Calgary as well as the Stampeders' second-round pick in 2026. B.C. also sent their 2025 fourth-round pick and 2026 third-rounder to the Stampeders in the deal.
The trade solidifies Nathan Rourke's spot at the Lions starting quarterback for 2025 after he was benched late this season. It is also the first major move made by newly-promoted general manager Ryan Rigmaiden, who moved into the role when the Lions fired head coach and co-general manager Rick Campbell last week.
“As we continue to build this roster for next year and beyond, we’re excited for the opportunity to acquire more draft picks. Canadian draft picks are the lifeblood of a club’s championship aspirations.” "I want to have a say in where I’m going if they are trading me," Adams added of his future after the team's playoff loss to the Saskatchewan Roughriders in the West Division Semi-Final.
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