The Edmonton Elks brought back a big piece of their offensive line on Monday as they signed starting left tackle to a two-year contract extension.
Martez Ivey was a key piece to the Elks offence in 2024 helping the team to a league-low in quarterback sacks allowed with 29.
Ivey also helped the Elks to lead the CFL in rushing yards averaging 131.4 yards per game.
Ivey was named a Western Division All-Star and the Elks nominee for most outstanding lineman in 2024.
The Elks made more news on Monday with the signing of Canadian defensive lineman Jonathan Kongbo.
The 28 year-old was the fifth overall draft pick of the Winnipeg Blue Bombers in 2019.
Kongbo played a total of 13 games for the Bombers, recording 28 defensive tackles and three quarterbacks sacks.
He played the entire 2023 CFL season with the Hamilton Tiger-Cats, recording 15 defensive tackles and three special teams tackles.
Kongo has had stints in the NFL with the San Fransisco 49ers, the Denver Broncos, and the Dallas Cowboys.