The Saskatchewan Roughriders will be without defensive back Rolan Milligan Jr. for an extended period after he sustained an injury in the team's season opener.
Injury Details
Roughriders officials confirmed that Milligan is expected to miss "weeks" due to the injury suffered during the first game of the 2026 CFL season. The team did not provide specific details about the nature of the injury or a precise timeline for his return.
Impact on the Team
Milligan, a key member of the Roughriders' secondary, was injured in the season-opening contest. His absence will be a significant challenge for the Saskatchewan defense as they navigate the early part of the schedule. The team will need to rely on depth players to fill the void left by the veteran defensive back.
Other News Briefs
In other Saskatchewan-related news:
- Saskatchewan experienced three tornadoes and a downburst during recent storms, according to weather officials.
- Defenseman Ethan Bear signed a new contract with the New York Islanders, bringing the Saskatchewan-born player back to the NHL.
- A significant seizure of cocaine, methamphetamine, and THC was reported at the Saskatchewan Penitentiary.
- An inmate was accidentally released from a Saskatchewan correctional facility due to an administrative error.
Milligan's injury adds to the challenges for the Roughriders as they look to build momentum in the early weeks of the CFL season.
