Victoria native and quarterback Nathan Rourke returns to CFL after signing with BC Lions [Video]

Just in time for the game in Victoria, the BC Lions signed a Vancouver Island boy who is now set to become the CFL’s highest-paid player.

Nathan Rourke, re-signed with the Lions today after a stint in the NFL.

According to TSN’s Farhan Lalji, Rourke signed a three-year deal and will become the CFL’s highest-paid player in 2025 and 2026, earning more than $600,000

Born in Victoria,  Rourke spent the early years of his life on Vancouver Island. However, he grew up in Oakville, Ontario, where he started his football journey.

The 26-year-old is returning to the CFL’s BC Lions after spending the last two seasons in the NFL.

His football career began with the Burlington Stampeders, where he honed his skills before making his mark at Holy Trinity Catholic Secondary School in Oakville.

Rourke was consistently ranked among the top prospects entering the 2020 CFL Draft, ultimately becoming the seventh overall pick.

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