Just In: Tiger-Cats Finalize Roster with Cuts and Practice Squad Announcement
Friday night marked a significant moment for the Hamilton Tiger-Cats as they wrapped up their training camp and pre-season for the 2024 season with an exciting game against the Toronto Argonauts at the University of Guelph.
This event also signified the end of the road for numerous players who were competing for a position on the Tiger-Cats’ 2024 roster. The Tiger-Cats have now revealed their final roster cuts for the 2024 season, highlighting the fierce competition and high stakes in the CFL. Additionally, they have announced the players who have secured a coveted place on Hamilton’s practice roster, showcasing their talent and potential.
Friday night marked a significant milestone for the Hamilton Tiger-Cats as they concluded their training camp and pre-season for 2024 in a thrilling match against the Toronto Argonauts at the University of Guelph. This event also signified the end of the road for numerous players who were competing for a position on the Tiger-Cats’ 2024 roster. The Tiger-Cats have now revealed their final roster cuts for the 2024 season, highlighting the fierce competition and high stakes in the CFL. Additionally, they have announced the players who have secured a coveted place on Hamilton’s practice roster, showcasing their talent and potential.
Among the players who will continue their journey with the Tiger-Cats on the practice roster are some promising talents. Defensively, American defensive lineman Kelle Sanders and Trevon Mason, National linebacker Ryan Baker, National defensive back Patrick Burke Jr., and American defensive back Mark Milton have all earned their place. Offensively, National wide receiver Tyler Ternowski, American wide receivers Kaylon Geiger and Dezmon Patmon, and American Brandon Kemp have also made the Cut. Notably, the Tiger-Cats added global punter Kaare Vedvik to the practice squad roster.
Following the conclusion of training camp, the Hamilton Tiger-Cats needed to reduce their roster to 45 active players. Several players, including National defensive lineman Mason Bennett, American wide receiver Omar Bayless, and Global punter Bailey Flint, were cut from the roster after initially being expected to remain. Others competed for a spot during the pre-season games but ultimately failed to secure a place on the 2024 roster.
The defensive line saw the departure of National defensive lineman Dyton Blackett, Anthony Federico, and Mitchell Townsend, as well as American defensive linemen Darrius Moragne, Adam Plant Jr., Derrick Tangelo, and Cedric Wilcots. The linebacking corps lost Americans Aaron Hansford and Marvin Pierre, while the defensive backfield bid farewell to National defensive back Johnathan Giustini and American defensive backs Shakur Brown, Arquon Bush, and David Vereen.
On the offensive side, the Tiger-Cats cut American quarterback Kevin Thomson from the roster. The team also released several wide receivers, including American wide receivers Chris Coleman, Dev Holmes, Marcus Rogers, TJ Vasher, and National wide receiver Jacob Patten. Additionally, they cut two American tight ends, Michael Ezeike and Camren McDonald. The running back position saw the departure of National running back Matthew Peterson and American running back Calvin Tyler Jr. The offensive line also underwent significant changes, with National offensive linemen John Kourtis, Jakub Szott, and American lineman Kendrick Sartor being cut from the roster.
With the roster cuts complete, the Hamilton coaching staff can now focus on the CFL regular season. The Tiger-Cats begin their 2024 regular season on June 7th, traveling to Calgary to face the Stampeders at 9 pm EDT. This marks a significant opportunity for starting quarterback Bo Levi Mitchell to return to Calgary, where he spent most of his CFL career before joining the Tiger-Cats.
