Edmonton Elks Set to Sign Defensive Lineman Malik Carney

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EDMONTON — The Edmonton Elks have reportedly reached an agreement with defensive lineman Malik Carney on a two‑year contract, according to TSN’s Farhan Lalji.

Carney, ranked No. 12 on CFL.ca’s list of the top 30 pending free agents, spent the past two seasons with the Saskatchewan Roughriders. He recorded 12 sacks over that span and played a key role in Saskatchewan’s victory in the 112th Grey Cup over the Montreal Alouettes in 2025.

Across five CFL seasons — three with Hamilton and two with Saskatchewan — the 29‑year‑old has appeared in 72 games, totaling 146 defensive tackles, 25 sacks, one interception, and four forced fumbles.

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