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 in league history to pass 6,000 yards in a July 24, 2026 game against Calgary in a night game. He opened the second quarter of the match with a 45-yard score, bursting 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, exemplifying his durability, proof 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, striving for a postseason berth, despite stiff competition.

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