The Edmonton Elks have officially signed American defensive back Emmanuel Rugamba. 3DownNation reported the agreement last week during the CFL’s negotiation window.
The five-foot-eleven, 194-pound native of Zambia started 16 games for the B.C. Lions in 2024, including 13 at boundary halfback and three at strong-side linebacker. He made 73 defensive tackles, one special teams tackle, one sack, and one interception, helping the Lions earn a berth in the West Semi-Final.
The 26-year-old has played 44 career CFL regular-season games as a member of the Lions, recording 169 defensive tackles, 10 special teams tackles, four sacks, and two interceptions.
Rugamba played collegiately at the University of Miami (Ohio) and attended training camp with the Cleveland Browns after going unselected in the 2021 NFL Draft.
