23 OUA Student-Athletes Selected in 2026 CFL Canadian Draft

Burlington, Ont. – A total of 23 student-athletes from Ontario University Athletics programs heard their names called on Tuesday night in the 2026 CFL Canadian Draft, highlighting a standout group from across the conference moving on to the professional level.

Queen’s offensive lineman and reigning Yates Cup champion, as well as an OUA First Team All-Star, Niklas Henning was the top provincial selection, going second overall to the Toronto Argonauts. Joining him in Toronto were Isaiah Smith of the Guelph Gryphons and Ethan John of the Windsor Lancers, selected 11th and 16th overall, respectively.

The third round saw additional OUA talent come off the board, including former Guelph Gryphons defensive back Devynn Cromwell and Laurier Golden Hawks First Team All-Star Jesulayomi Ojutalayo.

Full OUA 2026 CFL Draft Class