The Alouettes acquire two-time Grey Cup champion

The Montreal Alouettes announced Tuesday the signing of Canadian offensive lineman Braydon Noll for the 2026 Canadian Football League season.

The 6-foot-4, 297-pound giant arrives in Montreal with solid experience and, most importantly, two Grey Cup rings already under his belt.

The 28-year-old from Orangeville, Ontario, played 11 games with the Saskatchewan Roughriders in 2025, contributing to the CFL championship victory. This victory adds to a first title won in his rookie season in 2022 with the Toronto Argonauts.

A well-established career in the CFL

Braydon Noll has been playing in the CFL since 2022. Selected in the fourth round, 35th overall, by the Toronto Argonauts in the 2022 draft, he quickly established himself as a reliable player on the offensive line. After two seasons in Toronto, he continued his career with the Saskatchewan Roughriders in 2024 and 2025, gaining experience with two leading organizations.

Before turning pro, Noll played for the Wilfrid Laurier University Golden Hawks from 2016 to 2021. During his college career, he played in 23 games and made a significant transition from the defensive line to the offensive line, a change that greatly contributed to his current versatility.

A strategic addition for the Alouettes

For the Alouettes, the arrival of Braydon Noll is seen as a strategic addition. General Manager Danny Maciocia made no secret of his satisfaction at the announcement of the signing.

He believes Noll will bring depth to the offensive line, a crucial element in a long season. He also pointed out that, despite only four seasons in the CFL, the player has already won the Grey Cup twice, proof of his ability to integrate quickly and contribute to collective success.

The Alouettes are thus banking on an experienced player, familiar with the demands of the Canadian circuit, to strengthen their offensive line and support their ambitions for the 2026 season.

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