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May 3, 2021

Mock Draft Rundown

When it comes to the annual pick ’em, who doesn’t love a good mock draft!?

In advance of May 4th’s CFL Draft, CFL.ca and 3DownNation have each published two editions of their own. We decided to take a look at the prospects that they’ve predicted will wear the Red & White for the foreseeable future.

CFL.ca Mock Draft 1.0 by Marshall Ferguson

Round 1 – Pick 8
OL, Sage Doxtater

What the analysts are saying:

“The last couple years have been uncharacteristically difficult for the Stamps offensive line health and depth. Unlike many U SPORTS prospects, Sage will have recent reps to be game ready for Calgary as his New Mexico State Aggies recently wrapped up a two game sprint of a spring season to make good on the COVID-ravaged 2020 fall schedule. His feet will need some tidying in the pros to solve balance concerns, but you can’t disagree with a motivated and experienced six-foot-seven, 350-pound frame.”

Round 2 – Pick 11
DB, Benjamin St. Juste

What the analysts are saying:

“When I think about the Stampeders secondary, I think length, size and physicality near the line of scrimmage. St. Juste fits this profile perfectly while offering special teams coordinator Mark Kilam one of the longest wingspans at the 2021 Senior Bowl to work as a punt gunner.”

NOTE: Benjamin St. Juste was drafted by the Washington Football Team with pick 74 in the third round of the NFL Draft.

CFL.ca Mock Draft 2.0 by Marshall Ferguson

Round 1 – Pick 8
OL, Pier-Olivier Lestage

What the analysts are saying:

“The last couple years have been uncharacteristically difficult for the Stamps offensive line health and depth. While Lestage might get an NFL look and has the frame/skills to stick down south, I believe the pick for Calgary here has to be made with Bo Levi Mitchell’s protection in mind and there are few better prepared to do that quickly than Lestage.”

Round 2 – Pick 11
DB, Deane Leonard

What the analysts are saying:

“After a year away from McMahon, Deane Leonard returns to where he spent the majority of his college days as a Dino stand out to solidify Calgary’s Canadian back end. He’s a perfect substitute for the loss of Tunde Adeleke in free agency in 2019.”

John Hodge’s 2021 CFL mock draft 1.0

Round 1 – Pick 8
OL, Logan Bandy

What the analysts are saying:

“The two-time U Sports second-team All-Canadian has room to continue building his frame and moves well on film. Though he’ll likely play guard at the professional level, Bandy has the potential to fill in at tackle in the CFL if called upon.

The Stampeders already have solid depth along the offensive line, but it’s tough to pass on a blue-chip local product like this. If Bandy’s available at No. 8 overall, Calgary should scoop him up.”

Round 2 – Pick 11
LB, Grant McDonald

What the analysts are saying:

“The Stamps don’t have to look far for a potential ratio-breaker at middle linebacker. This six-foot-three, 235-pound tackler was extremely productive through two seasons with the Dinos, making 83 tackles, 12 tackles for loss, 4.5 sacks, one forced fumble, and one interception.”

3DownNation Podcast: live CFL mock draft

Round 1 – Pick 8
OL, Peter Nicastro

What the analysts are saying:

“I think it’s most important, first and foremost, to protect Bo Levi Mitchell. When he’s upright and healthy, that team competes for Grey Cups year in and year out – if they’re not winning them. I’m going to select the kid from the University of Calgary, he’s just across the field, his hometown is Calgary, as well, and the Stamps have shown the willingness to do this in the past – just look at Ryan Sceviour. Put another Calgary boy in there.”

Round 2 – Pick 11
TE, Bruno LaBelle

What the analysts are saying:

“Yes, he signed a free agent contract with the Arizona Cardinals after the NFL Draft, but the value is there. If this dude comes to Canada, I believe he can make a big impact as a physical, willing blocker and a better athlete than most people think.”

There you have it, eight prospects who may find their way to Calgary come draft time on May 4th! Be sure to tune into TSN for the first two hours of the draft, followed by LIVE coverage on CFL.ca.