3DownNation Podcast

3DownNation Podcast episodes:

• 06.26.2024

  CFL fines kickers, Péladeau speaks, Bethel-Thompson rips schedule

  John Hodge and JC Abbott discuss McLeod Bethel-Thompson ripping the CFL's leadership, Randy Ambrosie firing back at the league's outspoken kickers, Pierre Karl Péladeau's comment surrounding Montreal's stadium situation, the Saskatchewan Roughriders holding Trevor Harris out for precautionary reasons, a...

  
• 06.19.2024

  Power rankings debate, B.C.'s big crowd, Bo's resurgence

  Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott discuss the most recent edition of the 3DownNation power rankings, whether or not B.C.'s recent attendance surge is sustainable, the resurgence of Bo Levi Mitchell, the Saskatchewan Roughriders starting 2-0, and Corey Mace's...

  
• 06.12.2024

  Week 1 reaction, chipped balls, CFL on CTV, Week 2 predictions

  Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott discuss the winners and losers of Week 1 in the CFL, Sergio Castillo ripping the league's new microchipped footballs, strong television ratings to start the regular season, injuries to Brady Oliveira and Kenny...

  
• 06.05.2024

  Kelly lawsuit settles, new uniforms, Grey Cup halftime show, Week 1 CFL picks

  Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott discuss what was right and what was wrong on TSN's top 50 CFL players list, the new uniforms for the Saskatchewan Roughriders and Ottawa Redblacks, final roster cutdowns around the league, the lawsuit...

  
• 05.29.2024

  Team win projections, Lions book 50 Cent, Manziel talks CFL

  John Hodge and JC Abbott discuss the CFL preseason, over/under betting lines for team win totals, the B.C. Lions booking 50 Cent to play their home opener, the Toronto Argonauts signing all-star return specialist Janarion Grant, the Saskatchewan Roughriders' backup...

  
• 05.22.2024

  Riders beat Bombers, Argos sign Arbuckle, Alouettes add Lynch

  Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott discuss the Saskatchewan Roughriders beating the Winnipeg Blue Bombers in preseason action, the Toronto Argonauts signing veteran CFL quarterback Nick Arbuckle, Justin McGruff suffering a torn ACL with the Hamilton Tiger-Cats, the Montreal...

  
• 05.15.2024

  Kelly update, Mitchell's injury, Lemon's appeal, Elks sale

  Justin Dunk and John Hodge discuss the recent media availability of Toronto Argonauts' general manager Mike 'Pinball' Clemons, Shawn Lemon filing an appeal on his indefinite suspension from gambling, the health of Hamilton Tiger-Cats' quarterback Bo Levi Mitchell, the Edmonton...

  
• 05.08.2024

  Kelly gets suspended, Rourke gets claimed, Stegall returns

  Justin Dunk, John Hodge, JC Abbott discuss Toronto Argonauts' quarterback Chad Kelly being suspended for a minimum of nine games, Nathan Rourke getting claimed off waivers by the New York Giants, Emmanuel Arceneaux retiring after 11 seasons in the CFL,...

  
• 05.01.2024

  Chad Kelly update, 2024 CFL Draft reaction, Lemon gets suspended

  Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott discuss the Toronto Argonauts and franchise quarterback Chad Kelly filing their defence amid an ongoing lawsuit, the aftermath of the 2024 CFL Draft, Shawn Lemon being suspended for betting on games, former CFL...

  
• 04.28.2024

  2024 CFL Mock Draft LIVE

  3DownNation reporters JC Abbott, John Hodge, and Ben Grant perform a live mock ahead of the 2024 CFL Draft. Abbott made selections on behalf of the B.C. Lions, Saskatchewan Roughriders, and Montreal Alouettes, while Hodge represented the Edmonton Elks, Calgary...

  
• 04.24.2024

  Three CFL teams violate salary cap, TSN's preseason slate, Williams tears Achilles

  Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott discuss three CFL teams violating the league's salary cap, TSN's two-game preseason broadcast schedule, Ottawa Redblacks' running back Devonte Williams suffering a torn Achilles, the upcoming NFL and CFL drafts, the retirement of...

  
• 04.17.2024

  Rourke criticizes CFL, Hinsperger's injury, O'Day discusses Claypool

  Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott discuss Nathan Rourke's criticism of how the CFL has handled the lawsuit facing Chad Kelly, Jack Hinsperger's potential career-ending injury, Jeremy O'Day addressing Saskatchewan's decision to place Chase Claypool on their negotiation list,...

  
• 04.10.2024

  Kelly lawsuit update, Dunk's new gig, Van Zeyl and Lemon retire

  Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott discuss the update to the lawsuit facing Chad Kelly and the Toronto Argonauts, Dunk's new gig on Regina radio, the retirement of perennial all-stars Chris Van Zeyl and Shawn Lemon, the latest edition...

  
• 04.03.2024

  Riders neg Claypool, CFL draft prospect pro days, Hopson passes away

  Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott discuss the Saskatchewan Roughriders adding Canadian receiver and current NFL free agent Chase Claypool to their negotiation list, Theo Benedet and Giovanni Manu posting elite numbers at UBC's pro day, Football Canada hiring...

  
• 03.26.2024

  CFL Combine recap, Dickenson brothers reunite, Jones optimistic about Elks sale

  John Hodge and JC Abbott do a deep dive on the CFL Combine in Winnipeg, breaking down the strengths and weaknesses of each position group and giving their overall thoughts on the event. They also discuss A.C. Leonard apparent retirement,...

  
• 03.20.2024

  Joel Dublanko hoping to follow in Alex Singleton's footsteps as late CFL draft addition

  Prospective first-overall 2024 CFL Draft pick Joel Dublanko sat down with John Hodge at the CFL Combine in Winnipeg to discuss qualifying for Canadian citizenship, his two-year professional journey, and recently connecting with fellow American-Canadian linebacker Alex Singleton. Please come...

  
• 03.20.2024

  Star receiver Kevin Mital discusses highs and lows of U Sports career, goals for CFL Combine

  On a special edition of the 3DownNation Podcast, John Hodge sits down with top CFL draft prospect and star Laval receiver Kevin Mital at the CFL Combine in Winnipeg. The pair discuss Mital's incredible 2022 season during which he...

  
• 03.13.2024

  CFL mock draft, Dean retires, Ritchie passes away

  Cohosts John Hodge and JC Abbott discuss Hodge's first mock draft for 2024, the retirement of four-time all-star linebacker Larry Dean, Canadian Football Hall of Fame head coach Dave Ritchie passing away at age 85, trailblazing kicker Maya Turner being...

  
• 03.06.2024

  CFL investigates Kelly allegations, Patriots extend Rourke, Argos hire Tate

  Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott discuss the CFL launching an independent investigation of allegations made against the Toronto Argonauts and franchise quarterback Chad Kelly, Nathan Rourke signing a contract extension with the New England Patriots, the Saskatchewan Roughriders...

  
• 02.28.2024

  Argos and Kelly sued, Muamba retires, Roh passes away

  Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott discuss the lawsuit facing the Toronto Argonauts and franchise quarterback Chad Kelly, the retirement of three-time all-star linebacker Henoc Muamba, Craig Dickenson joining the Calgary Stampeders as a consultant, a former CFL award...

  
• 02.21.2024

  White and Adams extend, Sellers falls ill, CFL power rankings debate

  Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott discuss Tim White re-signing with the Hamilton Tiger-Cats, the B.C. Lions extending franchise quarterback Vernon Adams Jr. through 2026, 3DownNation's post-free agency power rankings, a GoFundMe campaign supporting former CFL fullback Mike Sellers, and...

  
• 02.15.2024

  CFL free agent frenzy, Betts signs in NFL, Boomer aftermath

  Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott discuss the winners and losers from CFL free agency, Canadian defensive lineman Mathieu Betts signing with the Detroit Lions, the retirement of longtime Hamilton Tiger-Cats' linebacker Simoni Lawrence, the aftermath of the Boomer...

  
• 02.07.2024

  Bombers keep Oliveira and Schoen, Riders get aggressive, CFL free agency

  Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott discuss the Winnipeg Blue Bombers retaining Brady Oliveira and Dalton Schoen, the Saskatchewan Roughriders agreeing to terms with three top pending CFL free agents, Mathieu Betts and Tim White still being without deals...

  
• 01.31.2024

  Bombers sign Streveler, Stanback gets cut, CFL free agency

  Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott discuss the Winnipeg Blue Bombers bringing back fan favourite Chris Streveler, the Montreal Alouettes releasing William Stanback, the Hamilton Tiger-Cats trading for Canadian linebacker Jordan Williams, the Chicago Bears hiring former CFL M.O.P....

  
• 01.24.2024

  Hufnagel steps down, Redblacks get Brown, CFL mulls kickoff change

  Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott discuss John Hufnagel stepping down as the president of the Calgary Stampeders, the Ottawa Redblacks acquiring Dru Brown from the Winnipeg Blue Bombers, the CFL mulling changes to its kickoff rules, the Saskatchewan...

  
• 01.17.2024

  Ceresna-Gittens trade, QBs restructure, Streveler returns?

  Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott discuss the Edmonton Elks trading Jake Ceresna to the Toronto Argonauts for Kurleigh Gittens Jr., several CFL quarterbacks restructuring their contracts, Qwan'tez Stiggers pursuing the NFL, the contract status of head coaches and...

  
• 01.10.2024

  Elks sign Bethel-Thompson, Rourke wraps NFL season, Masoli's bonus

  Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott discuss the Edmonton Elks signing veteran quarterback McLeod Bethel-Thompson, Nathan Rourke wrapping up his first NFL season as the primary backup in New England, the Winnipeg Blue Bombers shaking up their coaching staff,...

  
• 01.09.2024

  Exclusive: CFL all-star receiver Austin Mack discusses signing with Atlanta Falcons

  Former Montreal Alouettes’ receiver Austin Mack joins 3DownNation's Justin Dunk to explain his signing process with the Atlanta Falcons after winning the 110th Grey Cup. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

  
• 12.20.2023

  Patriots claim Rourke, 2024 schedule release, CFL Combine to Winnipeg

  John Hodge and JC Abbott discuss the New England Patriots claiming Canadian quarterback Nathan Rourke off waivers from the Jacksonville Jaguars, the CFL releasing its schedule for 2024, a flurry of NFL workouts for veteran CFL players, the CFL Combine...

  
• 12.13.2023

  2024 Grey Cup odds, Oliveira's NFL aspirations, Riders hire Mueller

  Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott discuss the newly-released early betting odds for the 2024 Grey Cup, Brady Oliveira's aspirations to try the NFL, the Saskatchewan Roughriders officially introducing Mark Mueller as their new offensive coordinator, the Montreal Alouettes...

  
• 12.06.2023

  Riders hire Corey Mace, Ticats elevate Scott Milanovich, Alouettes extend Cody Fajardo

  Justin Dunk is joined by J.C. Abbott -- John Hodge is off this week. Dunk and Abbott discuss the Roughriders hiring Corey Mace, the new-look Tiger-Cats, the same old Blue Bombers, Commonwealth Stadium needing a retrofit, Cody Fajardo signing an...

  
• 11.27.2023

  Carabins win U Sports title, Jonathan Sénécal & Tre Ford, why Grey Cup & Vanier Cup should be paired

  On a very special episode of the 3DownNation Podcast, Justin Dunk is joined by Duane Forde and Tim Micallef to discuss the Université de Montréal Carabins winning the Vanier Cup, why the event should be paired with the Grey Cup, Jonathan...

  
• 11.21.2023

  Grey Cup recap, Fajardo silences critics, Winnipeg's future

  Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott discuss the Montreal Alouettes' shocking win in the 110th Grey Cup, Cody Fajardo silencing his haters, Winnipeg's future after dropping a second straight championship game, Marc-Antoine Dequoy's postgame comments, and overall thoughts on...

  
• 11.16.2023

  Kelly's concussion, Ambrosie's league update, 110th Grey Cup

  Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott discuss all the latest from Grey Cup week in Hamilton, including Chad Kelly claiming he suffered a concussion during the East Final, Randy Ambrosie's State of the League address, Winnipeg Blue Bombers' general...

  
• 11.08.2023

  East and West Final picks, Bo's future in Hamilton, Calgary's free agents

  Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott discuss the Montreal Alouettes and B.C. Lions advancing to the next round of the CFL playoffs, what the Hamilton Tiger-Cats could do with franchise quarterback Bo Levi Mitchell, the Calgary Stampeders' pending free...

  
• 11.01.2023

  CFL playoffs picks, Ottawa's free agent list, Henry Burris to Riders?

  Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott discuss the CFL's upcoming East and West Semi-Finals, the Ottawa Redblacks' free agent list, the league's divisional awards, Henry Burris campaigning to be the next head coach of the Saskatchewan Roughriders, this weekend's...

  
• 10.25.2023

  Riders keep O'Day, Stamps embarrass Lions, Oliveira gets Winnipeg's M.O.P. nod

  Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott discuss the Saskatchewan Roughriders signing general manager Jeremy O'Day to a three-year contract extension, the Calgary Stampeders embarrassing the B.C. Lions this past weekend, Brady Oliveira getting Winnipeg's Most Outstanding Player nomination over...

  
• 10.18.2023

  Riders and Stamps limp along, Rourke gets promoted, Elks' free agents

  John Hodge and JC Abbott discuss the Saskatchewan Roughriders and Calgary Stampeders continuing their turtle derby for the last playoff spot in the West Division, flag football being approved for the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles, Canadian quarterback Nathan...

  
• 10.11.2023

  M.O.P. race, Bo's return, Riders fall flat, Elks and Redblacks eliminated

  Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott discuss Winnipeg's win over B.C. and how it has affected the race for Most Outstanding Player, Ottawa and Edmonton being eliminated from playoff contention, Saskatchewan and Calgary's turtle derby for the CFL's final...

  
• 10.04.2023

  Antwi's onside punt, CFL playoff picture, Reed passes away

  Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott discuss the passing of legendary Saskatchewan Roughriders' running back George Reed, Jeshrun Antwi's viral onside punt, Montreal and Hamilton punching their tickets to the postseason, which teams could earn the last available playoff...

  
• 09.27.2023

  Argos rest Kelly, Turner makes history, Riders lose again

  John Hodge and JC Abbott discuss the Toronto Argonauts resting Chad Kelly against the Winnipeg Blue Bombers, the Saskatchewan Roughriders losing a third-straight game, Dustin Crum's continued improvement, the Hamilton Tiger-Cats adding Derel Walker and Jamal Davis II, Maya Turner...

  
• 09.19.2023

  B.C. comes back, Toronto clinches first place, Montreal edges Laval

  Justin Dunk and John Hodge discuss the race for first place heating up in the West Division, Bob Dyce's strange decision to have the Ottawa Redblacks try a late field goal, the independent report on the future of Simon Fraser...

  
• 09.13.2023

  Bombers romp Riders, Redblacks lose again, CFL's strong summer ratings

  John Hodge and JC Abbott discuss Winnipeg's lopsided victory over Saskatchewan in the Banjo Bowl, the Redblacks suffering a sixth straight loss, the success of the CFL's summertime scheduling, Chad Kelly drawing comparisons to the great Doug Flutie, Orlondo Steinauer's...

  
• 09.06.2023

  Robertson gets suspended, Ford sets record, Kelly signs extension

  Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott discuss the CFL suspending Saskatchewan Roughriders' defensive lineman Pete Robertson one game for his headbutt on Winnipeg Blue Bombers' quarterback Zach Collaros, Tre Ford breaking a single-game CFL record, franchise quarterback Chad Kelly...

  
• 08.30.2023

  Elks win again, Stubler passes away, Rourke joins Jaguars' practice roster

  Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott discuss the Edmonton Elks winning a second straight game, Canadian quarterback Nathan Rourke joining the practice roster with the Jacksonville Jaguars after being waived, the passing of longtime CFL assistant coach Rich Stubler,...

  
• 08.22.2023

  Elks finally win, Schaffer-Baker returns, Rourke impresses again

  Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott discuss the Edmonton Elks finally getting their first win of the 2023 CFL season, another impressive NFL preseason performance by Nathan Rourke, the Montreal Alouettes riding a four-game winning streak, the return of...

  
• 08.16.2023

  Elks and Cui part ways, Rourke goes viral, Collaros gets hurt

  Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott discuss the Edmonton Elks and president Victor Cui parting ways, Nathan Rourke's viral preseason touchdown pass with the Jacksonville Jaguars, a questionable hit on Winnipeg Blue Bombers' quarterback Zach Collaros, Canadian quarterback Tre...

  
• 08.09.2023

  Condell out in Hamilton, Dyce's decision, Streveler waived

  John Hodge and JC Abbott discuss the Hamilton Tiger-Cats parting ways with offensive coordinator Tommy Condell, Bob Dyce's controversial late-game decision to kick a field goal against the Saskatchewan Roughriders, Chad Kelly suffering an ankle injury, former CFL quarterback Chris...

  
• 08.02.2023

  Touchdown Atlantic, CFL expansion, Elks make changes, Bo gets hurt

  Justin Dunk and John Hodge discuss their experiences at Touchdown Atlantic, the possibility of the CFL expanding to Halifax, the Edmonton Elks making a pair of coaching changes, Bo Levi Mitchell suffering a fractured leg in Hamilton, the Saskatchewan Roughriders...

  
• 07.26.2023

  Dustin Crum's ascent, Als sign Lemon, CFL stats woes

  Justin Dunk and JC Abbott discuss Crum-sanity sweeping the nation, the Montreal Alouettes signing defensive end Shawn Lemon, Saskatchewan Roughriders' head coach Craig Dickenson questioning a call from the team's last game, Dave Dickenson threatening change with the Calgary Stampeders,...