REGINA – The Saskatchewan Roughriders have released defensive end John Chick and receiver Weston Dressler.
“Decisions like these are never easy but we felt it was necessary in order for us to move forward and better position ourselves as a football team,” stated Roughriders vice president of football operations, general manager and head coach, Chris Jones.
“We spoke with each player and their respective agents at length in an attempt to negotiate more cap friendly contracts but unfortunately could not reach satisfactory agreements.”
Chick spent six seasons with the Riders and was named the CFL most outstanding defensive player in 2009. Chick ranks fourth in Riders all time quarterback sacks with 53, and he won two Grey Cups with the team in 2007 and 2013.
Dressler has been with the Riders since 2008 and was named the CFL’s Most Outstanding Rookie in ’08. Dressler has had five 1,000 yard seasons and he sits third in Riders all-time receiving yards with 7,797. He won a Grey Cup with the team in 2007.
“We want to thank John and Weston for all that they have done for the Roughriders and the province of Saskatchewan,” added Jones. “We wish them both the best of luck.”
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