Edmonton Elks sign offensive lineman Korte to two-year extension

By Canadian Press on May 13, 2025.

EDMONTON — The Edmonton Elks signed veteran Canadian offensive lineman Mark Korte to a two-year contract extension Tuesday.

Korte, of Spruce Grove, Alta., remains under contract with Edmonton through the 2027 season.

“I’m really excited to be committing to the Edmonton Elks for the next three years,” Korte said. “It really means a lot to me as someone who grew up in Edmonton, grew up a fan, and saw what this team could be — especially in Commonwealth stadium.

“Bringing it back to that level over the next three years is really important to me.”

Last season, Edmonton led the CFL in rushing (2,365 yards) and yards per carry (6.2) while allowing a league-low 29 sacks.

The six-foot-two, 293-pound Korte spent his first three CFL seasons with Ottawa after being selected fourth overall in the ’18 draft out of Alberta. He joined the Elks as a free agent in 2022.

TSN, RDS to broadcast a pair of CFL exhibition contests

TORONTO — Two CFL exhibition games will be broadcast on TSN and RDS heading into the ’25 season.

TSN will carry the Ottawa Redblacks at Montreal Alouettes on May 24 as well as the two teams returning to TD Place on May 30. RDS, the broadcaster’s French-language counterpart, will also air both contests.

The CFL also announced Tuesday the remaining exhibition games will be available on the free CFL+ service. They will feature broadcast crews providing play by play and analysis.

Viewers outside of Canada will also have access to the preseason contests via CFL+.

The 2025 regular season kicks off June 5 with Ottawa visiting the Saskatchewan Roughriders.