3DownNation Podcast
Justin Dunk
Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott provide insight, news, and analysis about all things Canadian football. A must-listen for CFL fans.
Episodes
West Division playoff picture, CFL M.O.P. race, Lions cut Hagerty
Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott discuss the Winnipeg Blue Bombers getting a key win in the West Division standings, the race between Davis Alexander and Tyson Philpot for Most Outstanding Player, the B.C. Lions cutting Josh Hagerty, McLeod Bethel-Thompson taking a shot at Ryan Dinwiddie, Brett Lauther getting his old number back in Saskatchewan, whether or not this year's Grey Cup in Calgary will sell out, and who could win Most Outstanding Rookie.Enjoy the show and please subscribe on your favourite podcast provider.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Week 19 CFL picks and predictions
John Hodge and JC Abbott make their picks straight-up and against the spread for Week 19 in the Canadian Football League. #CFL #Canadian #FootballAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
West Division playoff race tightens, Dinwiddie apologizes, Mitchell returns
Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott discuss the playoff race tightening in the West Division between the Calgary Stampeders, Saskatchewan Roughriders, and Winnipeg Blue Bombers, Ryan Dinwiddie offering an apology to Ottawa Redblacks fans, Chad Kelly missing action with the Toronto Argonauts, Bo Levi Mitchell announcing his return to the Hamilton Tiger-Cats for 2027, Quebec City possibly getting a Grey Cup by 2033, Brett Lauther being traded back to Riderville, and the Montreal Alouettes alleging another B.C. Lions crotch punch. Please enjoy the show and subscribe on your favourite podcast provider.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Week 18 CFL picks and predictions
John Hodge and JC Abbott make their picks straight-up and against the spread for Week 18 in the Canadian Football League. #CFL #Canadian #FootballAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Quebec City expansion, West Division playoff race, CFL trade deadline
Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott discuss the CFL's reported conditional approval of expansion to Quebec City, the playoff race in the West Division, Chad Kelly's agent wanting to change the status quo for CFL contracts, the league's upcoming trade deadline, Vincent Blanchard setting a new single-game kicking record, B.C. adding a Super Bowl-winning quarterback, the passing of legendary Edmonton general manager Norm Kimball, and the CFL unveiling this year's Grey Cup halftime performer.Please enjoy the show and subscribe on your favourite podcast provider.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Week 17 CFL picks
John Hodge and JC Abbott make their picks for Week 17 in the Canadian Football League. #CFL #Canadian #Football #BCLions #Elks #Stamps #Riders #Bombers #Ticats #Argos #RedblacksAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
CFL suspends Hagerty, Paredes makes kick, Kelly pauses negotiations
Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott discuss the CFL suspending Josh Hagerty two games for striking Liam Talbot, Rene Paredes making a 62-yard game-winning walk-off field goal, Chad Kelly pausing contract negotiations with the Toronto Argonauts, a new stadium possibly being built in Halifax, the Montreal Alouettes getting closer to clinching first place in the East Division, and the Saskatchewan Roughriders adding a new quarterback. #CFL #Canadian #FootballAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Week 16 CFL picks and predictions
John Hodge and JC Abbott make their picks for Week 16 in the Canadian Football League.#CFL #Canadian #Football #Elks #Stamps #Ticats #Argos #Redblacks #MontreALSAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Alouettes and Lions brawl, Bombers win Banjo Bowl, Stampeders dig hole
Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott discuss the brawling between the B.C. Lions and Montreal Alouettes, the Winnipeg Blue Bombers getting a big win in the Banjo Bowl, the Calgary Stampeders digging themselves into a West Division hole, Ottawa's curious quarterback choices, the reignited quick-kick debate, Nathan Rourke clarifying his comments about the CFL and NCAA, Arthur Hamlin's sudden retirement, and a former CFL player heading to prison.Please enjoy the show and subscribe on your favourite podcast provider. #CFL #Canadian #FootballAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Dohnte Meyers believes ‘a lot of’ CFL players could play in the NFL
Former Saskatchewan Roughrider turned Cincinnati Bengals receiver Dohnte Meyers tells 3DownNation.com's Justin Dunk there are other CFL players who could make the jump to the NFL.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Week 15 CFL picks and predictions
John Hodge and JC Abbott make their picks for Week 15 in the Canadian Football League. #CFL #Canadian #Football #BCLions #Elks #Stamps #Riders #Bombers #Argos #Redblacks #MontreALSAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Harris reaches CFL top 10, Labour Day reaction, U Sports won't change rules
Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott discuss Trevor Harris becoming one of the CFL's top 10 all-time passers, the Toronto Argonauts taking a stranglehold on second place in the East Division, the head injury suffered by Tre Ford, the Edmonton Elks completing an amazing Labour Day comeback, what's next for the Calgary Stampeders, U Sports not adopting the CFL's rule changes for 2027, the Ottawa Redblacks releasing high-priced defender Habakkuk Baldonado, and B.C. Lions fullback Jacob Bond being suspended for two games.Please enjoy the show and subscribe on your favourite podcast provider. #CFLAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Week 14 CFL picks and predictions
John Hodge and JC Abbott make their picks for Week 14 in the Canadian Football League straight-up and against the spread.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Bombers shock Alouettes, suspect officiating, NFL cuts
Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott discuss the Winnipeg Blue Bombers stunning the Montreal Alouettes, some suspect officiating between the Toronto Argonauts and Saskatchewan Roughriders, NFL cuts involving Canadians and former CFL players, Zander Horvath becoming a dark horse candidate for West Division M.O.P., the Hec Crighton Trophy watchlist, Jake Maier setting a dubious record, and the City of Calgary commissioning a study regarding the construction of a new stadium.Please subscribe on your favourite podcast provider.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
'I am the best running back in the country': Ethan Dolby aims to improve off historic season with Western Mustangs
Western Mustangs' running back Ethan Dolby tells 3DownNation.com's Justin Dunk he's the best in U Sports at his position.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Week 13 CFL picks and predictions
John Hodge and JC Abbott make their picks for Week 13 in the Canadian Football League straight-up and against the spread.#Stamps #Argos #Redblacks #Riders #Elks #Ticats #BCLions #Bombers #Winnipeg #MontreALS #CFL #Canadian #Football #CFLPicksAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Saskatchewan Huskies QB Anton Amundrud ready for 2026 season after recovering from cancer
3DownNation reporter John Hodge sits down with Saskatchewan Huskies QB Anton Amundrud to discuss his return to the field in 2026 after recovering from peripheral T cell lymphoma.#USports #Saskatchewan #Huskies #QB #Quarterback #CancerAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Redblacks fire Burke and hire Popp, Riders lose again, Lemon shines
Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott discuss the Ottawa Redblacks firing vice-president of football operations Shawn Burke and hiring Jim Popp, the Saskatchewan Roughriders losing back-to-back games, Edmonton's chances of hosting a playoff game for the first time since 2015, Tre Ford's performance for the Hamilton Tiger-Cats, Shawn Lemon's resurgence with the Toronto Argonauts, and Bo Levi Mitchell providing a brief update on his ankle injury.Please enjoy the show and subscribe on your favourite podcast provider.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Week 12 CFL picks and predictions
John Hodge and JC Abbott make their picks straight-up and against the spread for Week 12 in the Canadian Football League. #CFL #Football #Ottawa #Montreal #Saskatchewan #BC #Winnipeg #Edmonton #Hamilton #TorontoAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Tre Ford shines, V.A. goes down, could Redblacks go winless?
Justin Dunk and John Hodge discuss the Ottawa Redblacks still searching for their first win, Tre Ford coming off the bench to lead the Hamilton Tiger-Cats to a win, Cody Fajardo's belief that the Edmonton Elks are a great team, the B.C. Lions being the CFL's second-hottest team, Vernon Adams Jr. suffering a head injury with the Calgary Stampeders, and the Canadian women's and men's flag football teams qualifying for the 2028 Summer Olympic Games in Los Angeles.Please enjoy the show and subscribe on your favourite podcast provider.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Week 11 CFL picks and predictions
John Hodge and Andrew McInnis make their picks for Week 11 in the 2026 CFL season straight-up and against the spread.#Stamps #Argos #Redblacks #Riders #Elks #Ticats #BCLions #Bombers #Winnipeg #CFL #Canadian #Football #CFLPicksAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Alouettes dominate, Redblacks flounder, West Division playoff race
Justin Dunk and John Hodge discuss the Montreal Alouettes dominating at their midway point of the season, the Ottawa Redblacks purging their secondary, the race for third place in the West Division, Chad Kelly throwing four interceptions against the Calgary Stampeders, Harrison Frost's first start as a member of the Hamilton Tiger-Cats, the B.C. Lions making two additions to their Wall of Fame, and Canada being set to take part in the IFAF Flag Football World Championships.Please enjoy the show and subscribe on your favourite podcast provider.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Week 10 CFL picks and predictions
JC Abbott and Andrew McInnis make their picks for Week 10 in the 2026 CFL season straight-up and against the spread.#Stamps #Argos #Redblacks #Riders #Elks #Alouettes #Ticats #BCLions #CFL #Canadian #Football #CFLPicksAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Canadian QB Michael O'Connor breaks down transition from CFL to men's national flag football team
Canadian quarterback Michael O'Connor explains the differences between international flag football and professional tackle football.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Redblacks changes, Kaidon Salter dazzles, Tre Ford benched
Justin Dunk and JC Abbott discuss the Ottawa Redblacks firing defensive coordinator William Fields and cutting Eugene Lewis, the B.C. Lions running over the Winnipeg Blue Bombers, Scott Milanovich benching Tre Ford, Saskatchewan evening their season series with Edmonton and more.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Caroline Moquin-Joubert aims for Olympics with Canada's women's national flag football team
Caroline Moquin-Joubert tells 3DownNation.com's Justin Dunk how Canada's women's national flag football team is preparing to earn a spot in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Canadian Sabrina Gervais shares what it takes to play high level flag football for 24 years
Canadian defensive back and receiver Sabrina Gervais has played high level flag football for over two decades. She's a women's national team veteran.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Week 9 CFL picks
John Hodge and JC Abbott make their picks straight-up and against the spread for Week 9 in the Canadian Football League. #CFL #BCLions #Bombers #Ticats #MontreALS #Stamps #Ticats #Riders #ElksAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Kelly goes down, Lions lose, Emilus takes penalty, Stampeders soar
Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott discuss the injury to Chad Kelly, the B.C. Lions losing yet another game, a questionable penalty against Roughriders receiver Samuel Emilus, the Calgary Stampeders blasting the Winnipeg Blue Bombers, Tre Ford's performance against the Montreal Alouettes, Amar Doman's desire to purchase BC Place Stadium, and Lorenzo Mauldin IV coming out of retirement to sign in B.C.Please enjoy the show and subscribe on your favourite podcast provider.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Week 8 CFL picks
John Hodge and JC Abbott make their picks straight-up and against the spread for Week 8 in the Canadian Football League. #CFLAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
CFL rule changes reign, Rourke gets injured, Brown beats Redblacks
Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott discuss two CFL rule changes playing prominent roles in Week 7, Nathan Rourke suffering an injury to his non-throwing shoulder, Dru Brown winning his his return to Ottawa, Tre Ford winning his first start as a member of the Hamilton Tiger-Cats, Dave Dickenson ripping the CFL's officials, the Edmonton Elks enjoying improved attendance, and Micah Awe receiving a maximum fine for his hit on Vernon Adams Jr.Please enjoy the show and subscribe on your favourite podcast provider.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Week 7 CFL picks
John Hodge and JC Abbott make their picks for Week 7 in the 2026 CFL season straight-up and against the spread.#CFL #Canadian #Football #CFLPicksAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Redblacks and Tiger-Cats falter, Brown shines, Coxie gets ejected
Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott discuss the Ottawa Redblacks and Hamilton Tiger-Cats hitting rock bottom, Dru Brown shining in his first start back with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers, Damonte Coxie being ejected for slapping a defender, Alex Hale's shaky start to the season in Saskatchewan, Tyson Philpot being on pace to break long-standing CFL records, Charleston Hughes being selected for the Canadian Football Hall of Fame, and the University of Alberta adding Canadian quarterback Christian Veilleux.Please enjoy the show and subscribe on your favourite podcast provider.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Week 6 CFL picks
John Hodge and JC Abbott make their picks straight-up and against the spread for Week 6 in the Canadian Football League.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Mitchell goes down, Dinwiddie goes off, Adams Jr. shines
John Hodge and JC Abbott discuss the injuries to Bo Levi Mitchell and Zach Collaros, the performance of Tre Ford and Taylor Elgersma, Ryan Dinwiddie ripping the Ottawa Redblacks, Vernon Adams Jr. having a career day for the Calgary Stampeders, the B.C. Lions getting their first win of the season, Ajou Ajou's reinstatement by the CFL, and Lewis Ward's release from the Montreal Alouettes. Please enjoy the show and subscribe on your favourite podcast provider.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Week 5 CFL picks
John Hodge and JC Abbott make their picks for Week 5 in the 2026 CFL season straight-up and against the spread.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
B.C. Lions lose again, Redblacks trade Dru Brown, CFL bars Sorsby
Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott discuss the B.C. Lions suffering yet another loss, the Ottawa Redblacks trading Dru Brown to Winnipeg, the CFL barring embattled collegiate QB Brendan Sorsby, Corey Mace defending his usage of Samuel Emilus on special teams, Justin Rankin's red-hot start to the season, the Saskatchewan Roughriders posting a small financial loss in 2025, and Jaylon Hutchings arguably being underpaid on his contract extension with the Calgary Stampeders.Please enjoy the show and subscribe on your favourite podcast provider.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Week 4 CFL picks and predictions
John Hodge and JC Abbott make their picks for Week 4 in the 2026 CFL season straight-up and against the spread.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Edmonton Elks stay undefeated, B.C. Lions plummet, Ottawa Redblacks QB decision
Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott discuss the Hamilton Tiger-Cats, Edmonton Elks, and Toronto Argonauts soaring up the 3DownNation power rankings, the B.C. Lions plummeting to new depths, Chad Kelly's tale of two halves, the Ottawa Redblacks quarterback situation, the Saskatchewan Roughriders feasting off bulletin board material, the Blue Bombers inducting Cal Murphy into the Ring of Honour, and Damien Alford being waived by the New Orleans Saints.Please enjoy the show and subscribe on your favourite podcast provider.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Week 3 CFL picks and predictions
John Hodge and JC Abbott make their picks straight-up and against the spread for Week 3 in the Canadian Football League.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Week 2 impressions, CFL QBs ball out, new uniforms
Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott discuss their impressions from Week 2 in the CFL, the impressive performance of the league's quarterbacks, strong attendance at all three games, Jamal Peters recovering well from a scary-looking injury, the Ottawa Redblacks unveiling new white uniforms, Shawn Bane Jr. signing a contract in Europe, and Wally Buono launching a GoFundMe on behalf of a member of the CFL family.Please enjoy the show and subscribe on your favourite podcast provider.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
B.C. Lions star Justin McInnis ‘almost stopped playing’ after misuse by Saskatchewan Roughriders
The Saskatchewan Roughriders are a franchise with few regrets these days — a Grey Cup title tends to do that. But for some in the Queen City, Justin McInnis will always be one that got away.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Makai Polk believes Chad Kelly can regain CFL MOP form with Toronto Argonauts
Toronto Argonauts' receiver Makai Polk tells 3DownNation.com's Justin Dunk he plans to dominate with the Double Blue in 2026.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Week 2 CFL picks and predictions
John Hodge and JC Abbott make their picks for Week 2 in the 2026 CFL season straight-up and against the spread.Hamilton Tiger-Cats at Winnipeg Blue Bombers (-2.5)Toronto Argonauts at Montreal Alouettes (-6.5)B.C. Lions at Saskatchewan Roughriders (-1.5)#Ticats #Hamilton #Bombers #Winnipeg #Argos #Toronto #MontreALS #Alouettes #BCLions #Saskatchewan #Riders #Roughriders #CFL #CFLPicks #Canadian #FootballAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Wynton McManis talked to Saskatchewan Roughriders, other teams in CFL free agency
Wynton McManis was sought after during the Canadian Football League’s communication window and free agency period. He tells 3DownNation.com reporter Justin Dunk which teams he talked to and why the 31-year-old chose to sign with Hamilton.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Week 1 impressions, empty seats, CFL expansion to Quebec City?
Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott discuss their impressions from Week 1 in the Canadian Football League, possible CFL expansion to Quebec City, poor attendance to open the year, Amar Doman's bullishness on the future of the league, Brandon Banks being selected for the Canadian Football Hall of Fame, some unsolicited advice for DAZN, and Bralon Addison being hired by the Winnipeg Blue Bombers on a permanent basis.Please enjoy the show and subscribe on your favourite podcast provider.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Damonte Coxie wants Toronto Argonauts to ‘ruffle some feathers’ as CFL road warriors
The Toronto Argonauts have only six true home games scheduled for the 2026 CFL regular-season as the World Cup has taken over BMO Field for the first-half of summer. While some would consider that a disadvantage, star receiver Damonte Coxie is relishing the opportunity to play more games as a visitor.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
B.C. Lions owner Amar Doman shares insight into path to profitability, optimism for CFL's financial future
B.C. Lions owner Amar Doman sits down with 3DownNation.com's J.C. Abbott to discuss whether or not the team is profitable, the challenges of the BC Place Stadium lease, and his optimism about the CFL's financial future.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Canadian DB Tyrell Ford believes Edmonton Elks could easily be number one defence in CFL
Canadian defensive back Tyrell Ford tells 3DownNation's Justin Dunk the Edmonton Elks could easily be the number one defence in CFL.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Week 1 CFL picks and predictions
John Hodge and JC Abbott make their picks for Week 1 in the 2026 CFL season straight-up and against the spread.Montreal Alouettes at Hamilton Tiger-Cats (+2.5)Winnipeg Blue Bombers at Calgary Stampeders (+1.5)Edmonton Elks at Ottawa Redblacks (-3)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy