3DownNation Podcast

Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott discuss Nathan Rourke's criticism of how the CFL has handled the lawsuit facing Chad Kelly, Jack Hinsperger's potential career-ending injury, Jeremy O'Day addressing Saskatchewan's decision to place Chase Claypool on their negotiation list, the Winnipeg Blue Bombers making a massive profit, the Montreal Alouettes wearing throwback uniforms, and an intriguing player potentially ...

Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott discuss the update to the lawsuit facing Chad Kelly and the Toronto Argonauts, Dunk's new gig on Regina radio, the retirement of perennial all-stars Chris Van Zeyl and Shawn Lemon, the latest edition of Hodge's mock draft, and Henry Burris getting a new coaching job in the college ranks.

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Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott discuss the Saskatchewan Roughriders adding Canadian receiver and current NFL free agent Chase Claypool to their negotiation list, Theo Benedet and Giovanni Manu posting elite numbers at UBC's pro day, Football Canada hiring former CFL executive Kevin McDonald, Touchdown Pacific selling out in record time, and the passing of legendary executive Jim Hopson.

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John Hodge and JC Abbott do a deep dive on the CFL Combine in Winnipeg, breaking down the strengths and weaknesses of each position group and giving their overall thoughts on the event. They also discuss A.C. Leonard apparent retirement, Dave Dickenson hiring his brother in Calgary, Chris Jones feeling optimistic about a potential ownership change in Edmonton, Brendan Taman staying in a haunted hotel room, and the Saskatchewan Roug...

Prospective first-overall 2024 CFL Draft pick Joel Dublanko sat down with John Hodge at the CFL Combine in Winnipeg to discuss qualifying for Canadian citizenship, his two-year professional journey, and recently connecting with fellow American-Canadian linebacker Alex Singleton.

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On a special edition of the 3DownNation Podcast, John Hodge sits down with top CFL draft prospect and star Laval receiver Kevin Mital at the CFL Combine in Winnipeg.

The pair discuss Mital's incredible 2022 season during which he won the Hec Crighton Trophy and Vanier Cup MVP, his preparation for the CFL Combine, and the criminal charges that led to him being suspended for one game in 2023.

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Cohosts John Hodge and JC Abbott discuss Hodge's first mock draft for 2024, the retirement of four-time all-star linebacker Larry Dean, Canadian Football Hall of Fame head coach Dave Ritchie passing away at age 85, trailblazing kicker Maya Turner being honoured at a Winnipeg Jets game, and Cody Fajardo celebrating a lack of turnover for the Montreal Alouettes in free agency.

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Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott discuss the CFL launching an independent investigation of allegations made against the Toronto Argonauts and franchise quarterback Chad Kelly, Nathan Rourke signing a contract extension with the New England Patriots, the Saskatchewan Roughriders paying tribute to former president and CEO Jim Hopson, Toronto hiring former CFL quarterback Drew Tate to their coaching staff, and four Canadians tak...

Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott discuss the lawsuit facing the Toronto Argonauts and franchise quarterback Chad Kelly, the retirement of three-time all-star linebacker Henoc Muamba, Craig Dickenson joining the Calgary Stampeders as a consultant, a former CFL award nominee being arrested in Florida, and the tragic passing of former CFL defensive lineman Craig Roh.

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Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott discuss Tim White re-signing with the Hamilton Tiger-Cats, the B.C. Lions extending franchise quarterback Vernon Adams Jr. through 2026, 3DownNation's post-free agency power rankings, a GoFundMe campaign supporting former CFL fullback Mike Sellers, and Antonio Simmons eyeing a return to the CFL.

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Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott discuss the winners and losers from CFL free agency, Canadian defensive lineman Mathieu Betts signing with the Detroit Lions, the retirement of longtime Hamilton Tiger-Cats' linebacker Simoni Lawrence, the aftermath of the Boomer Esiason saga, and the death of two Winnipeg Blue Bombers legends.

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Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott discuss the Winnipeg Blue Bombers retaining Brady Oliveira and Dalton Schoen, the Saskatchewan Roughriders agreeing to terms with three top pending CFL free agents, Mathieu Betts and Tim White still being without deals for 2024, the Hamilton Tiger-Cats unveiling their new coaching staff, and Chris Streveler commenting on Boomer Esiason's viral commentary from his NFL debut.

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Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott discuss the Winnipeg Blue Bombers bringing back fan favourite Chris Streveler, the Montreal Alouettes releasing William Stanback, the Hamilton Tiger-Cats trading for Canadian linebacker Jordan Williams, the Chicago Bears hiring former CFL M.O.P. Kerry Joseph, and all things CFL free agency.

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Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott discuss John Hufnagel stepping down as the president of the Calgary Stampeders, the Ottawa Redblacks acquiring Dru Brown from the Winnipeg Blue Bombers, the CFL mulling changes to its kickoff rules, the Saskatchewan Roughriders re-signing backup quarterback Mason Fine, and the B.C. Lions making changes to their receiving corps.

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Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott discuss the Edmonton Elks trading Jake Ceresna to the Toronto Argonauts for Kurleigh Gittens Jr., several CFL quarterbacks restructuring their contracts, Qwan'tez Stiggers pursuing the NFL, the contract status of head coaches and general managers around the league, and Chris Streveler reportedly considering a return to the CFL.

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Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott discuss the Edmonton Elks signing veteran quarterback McLeod Bethel-Thompson, Nathan Rourke wrapping up his first NFL season as the primary backup in New England, the Winnipeg Blue Bombers shaking up their coaching staff, Jeremiah Masoli's looming $100,000 roster bonus in Ottawa, and the future of up-and-coming CFL quarterback Dru Brown.

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John Hodge and JC Abbott discuss the New England Patriots claiming Canadian quarterback Nathan Rourke off waivers from the Jacksonville Jaguars, the CFL releasing its schedule for 2024, a flurry of NFL workouts for veteran CFL players, the CFL Combine coming to Winnipeg in March 2024, and Denver Broncos' head coach Sean Payton making a CFL reference following a blowout loss to the Detroit Lions.

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Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott discuss the newly-released early betting odds for the 2024 Grey Cup, Brady Oliveira's aspirations to try the NFL, the Saskatchewan Roughriders officially introducing Mark Mueller as their new offensive coordinator, the Montreal Alouettes continuing to re-sign impact players, and the Arizona Cardinals hosting a CFL-packed workout.