B.C. Lions sign Kory Woodruff to contract extension through 2027

The B.C. Lions have signed American offensive lineman Kory Woodruff to a contract extension through 2027. He was a pending free agent.

The six-foot-three, 340-pound blocker played all 18 regular-season games for the Lions in 2025, making 16 starts at left guard and two starts at left tackle. He also started the team’s West Semi-Final win over the Calgary Stampeders and West Final loss to the Saskatchewan Roughriders.

“Kory continues to grow as an impact offensive lineman for us,” said general manager Ryan Rigmaiden in a statement. “He’s been terrific at guard but also has the potential to play tackle. His size, strength and versatility are a huge asset for B.C.”

The 25-year-old native of Sioux City, Ia. signed with the team in 2024 and started the year on the practice roster, before eventually appearing in five regular-season games.

The B.C. Lions finished second in the West Division standings in 2025 with an 11-7 record and beat the Calgary Stampeders in the West Semi-Final before losing the West Final to the Saskatchewan Roughriders. Nathan Rourke threw for 5,290 yards, 31 touchdowns, and 16 interceptions over 16 regular-season starts, posting an 11-5 record. He was also named the CFL’s Most Outstanding Player.

The Lions ranked first in net offence, fourth in net defence, and sixth with a turnover differential of minus-four. James Butler rushed for 1,213 yards, Keon Hatcher led the CFL with 1,688 receiving yards, and Micah Awe led the league with 117 tackles. B.C. finished third in attendance with average crowds of 27,124, which was a 0.9 percent increase from the previous year.