REGINA – The Saskatchewan Roughriders have released veteran National kicker Brett Lauther, the club announced Monday.
Lauther leaves Saskatchewan after eight seasons, appearing in 114 regular‑season games and eight playoff contests, and cementing himself as one of the most accomplished kickers in franchise history. In 2025, he surpassed 1,000 career points with the team and connected on a 59‑yard field goal, the third‑longest ever by a Roughrider. His 1,110 points rank third all‑time in club history, trailing only Dave Ridgway and Paul McCallum.
A model of reliability in clutch moments, Lauther went 10‑for‑10 on game‑winning field‑goal attempts as a Rider — tied with McCallum for second‑most in team history. His résumé includes memorable moments such as the walk‑off kick in the 2019 Labour Day Classic and the overtime winner against Calgary in the 2021 Western Semi‑Final. Overall, he converted 295 of 360 field‑goal attempts (81.9%), the highest accuracy rate in franchise history among kickers with at least 100 attempts.
Off the field, Lauther became a pillar of the Saskatchewan community. He founded the Roughrider Foundation Winter Classic, a charity hockey game featuring Riders players along with CFL and NHL alumni, raising significant funds for the Saskatchewan Roughrider Foundation. He also dedicated extensive time to local schools, promoting mental health and literacy through the Win With Wellness and Rider Reading programs.
In 2023, Lauther’s community impact was recognized with the Tom Pate Memorial Award, presented annually to a CFLPA member who exemplifies outstanding sportsmanship and meaningful contributions to his team and community.
