BC Lions' Rourke sounds off on CFL rule changes: 'It's garbage'

BC Lions' Rourke sounds off on CFL rule changes: 'It's garbage'

September 23, 2025 10:18 am PST.

Nathan Rourke sounds off on the CFL rule changes, calling them 'garbage', shares his love of how unique the game is, and his disappointment that players weren't consulted for this decision. COURTESY: B.C. Lions

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