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 was named the sixth CFL rusher ever to pass 6,000 yards during a July 24, 2026 game against Calgary on the road. He opened the second quarter of the match with a 45-yard score, bursting his team's offense, smoothly energizing the fans. No other active Canadian running back has done this much yardage so far, leaving Oliveira a unique talent, establishing 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, exceeding his rivals. Winnipeg still tries to make the playoffs this year, hoping for a postseason berth, even with stiff competition.

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