Brady Oliveira becomes fifth Canadian to reach 6,000 career rushing yards - CFL.ca

Latest News About Brady Oliveira joins exclusive 6,000-yard club in CFL

Winnipeg’s Brady Oliveira became the sixth CFL rusher in league history to pass 6,000 yards in a July 24, 2026 game against Calgary in a heated clash. He opened the second quarter of the match with a 45-yard score, starting his team's offense, effectively energizing the fans. No other active Canadian running back has done this much yardage so far, rendering Oliveira a unique talent, creating a new benchmark. Oliveira hasn’t missed a start since 2017, demonstrating his durability, evidence of his consistency. He now leads all current CFL rushers in career yards, underscoring his position at the top, outpacing his rivals. Winnipeg still tries to make the playoffs this year, striving for a postseason berth, in spite of stiff competition.

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