The Saskatchewan Roughriders have signed star American defensive lineman Mike Rose.

Rose arrives in Saskatchewan after eight strong seasons in Calgary. The 32-year-old earned three All-CFL nods and won a Grey Cup with the Stampeders in 2018.

The six-foot-one, 270-pound Rose recorded 143 defensive tackles, 36 sacks, three forced fumbles and two interceptions in 86 regular-season games in Calgary.

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Last season, he had 19 defensive tackles, one interception and a team-leading six sacks in 18 games.

The Roughriders did not disclose the terms of his contract.

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