Brady Oliveira becomes fifth Canadian to reach 6,000 career rushing yards - CFL.ca

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Winnipeg’s Brady Oliveira was named the sixth CFL rusher in league history to pass 6,000 yards in a July 24, 2026 game against Calgary in a heated clash. He opened the second quarter of the game with a 45-yard score, launching his team's offense, effectively energizing the fans. No other active Canadian running back has done this much yardage so far, rendering Oliveira a unique talent, setting a new benchmark. Oliveira hasn’t missed a start since 2017, showing his durability, a testament of his consistency. He now leads all current CFL rushers in career yards, confirming his position at the top, surpassing his rivals. Winnipeg still tries to make the playoffs this year, aiming for a postseason berth, in spite of stiff competition.

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