Trevor Harris appears poised to embark on another season with the Saskatchewan Roughriders. The quarterback, who was named MVP of the 112th Grey Cup, has remained non-committal regarding his future so far. However, during the team”s year-end media availability, held just three days after their Grey Cup victory, Harris conveyed a strong sense of continuity, stating, “I”d be shocked if I turn around and say “that”s a wrap.””
The veteran quarterback, who is set to become a free agent, anticipates that his decision regarding his future will come swiftly. “I”m not somebody that stews on things,” he remarked. “I think pretty quickly.”
Head coach Corey Mace, aiming to become the first head coach in the franchise”s history to win consecutive Grey Cups, expressed optimism about the team”s roster stability. He noted that no players or coaches have indicated their intention to depart for the upcoming season. “Everybody has been saying the opposite so I”ll be sure to remind them of that,” Mace joked. “Everything has been really cool these last couple of days but we know business is business. We just hope it continues to be a family business.”
Mace has made it clear that he desires Harris to return for the 2026 season. “I love Trevor and I”ve been very vocal about that. I”m not going to start mincing my words now, but I love and respect any time he might need to make that decision for himself and his family,” he added. “I think everybody understands the kind of sacrifice it is for anybody to go a journey like this as a football player to be the quarterback of the Saskatchewan Roughriders and everything it entails is probably another notch.”
Canadian receiver Sam Emilus, who is also entering free agency this offseason, stated he would support Harris regardless of his decision. “I”m going to support him because he”s my friend first and then my teammate,” Emilus said. “I just support him in the decision he makes.”
The future is equally uncertain for Harris”s backup, Jake Maier, who joined the Roughriders after a stint as a starter with the Calgary Stampeders. At 28 years old, he expressed his desire to reclaim a starting position but remains open to returning as a backup in pursuit of another championship. “I”ve kind of learned over the last few years that you want to surround yourself with people that genuinely care about you and are going to be in your corner supporting you every step of the way,” he shared. “So, I think my priorities have definitely shifted more toward that.”
Running back A.J. Ouellette, who has faced injury challenges during his two years in Saskatchewan, mentioned that retirement has crossed his mind, but he has not reached a conclusion. Meanwhile, offensive lineman Jermarcus Hardrick, who has celebrated three Grey Cup victories, noted that players might be more inclined to stay with a winning team during the offseason. “If it works for their family and it works for us, let”s keep the band together,” Hardrick said.
This report by The Canadian Press was initially published on November 19, 2025.
