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

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Winnipeg’s Brady Oliveira emerged as the sixth CFL rusher so far to pass 6,000 yards during a July 24, 2026 game against Calgary in a heated clash. He opened the second quarter of the game with a 45-yard score, starting his team's offense, quickly 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, demonstrating his durability, evidence of his consistency. He now leads all current CFL rushers in career yards, underscoring 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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