The Saskatchewan Roughriders organization has earned positive marks from its most important critics: its own players. Results from the Canadian Football League Players' Association (CFLPA) annual team report card survey, released in early January 2026, show the Riders scored above the league average.
Riders' Performance in Key Survey Areas
The confidential survey, conducted by the players' union, gathers feedback from CFL athletes on their working conditions, treatment, and overall experience with their respective clubs. While the full, detailed breakdown of scores for individual categories like training facilities, medical treatment, travel conditions, and communication is not made public, the CFLPA confirmed the Roughriders' overall standing was above the league-wide average for the 2025 season.
This positive result suggests that players in Regina feel well-supported by the team's ownership, management, and support staff. It reflects on areas such as the quality of the locker room and weight room at Mosaic Stadium, the efficiency of the team's medical and therapy departments, and the overall professionalism of the organization.
Importance of the CFLPA Report Card
The annual survey serves as a crucial barometer for player satisfaction across the nine-team league. For the Roughriders, maintaining a strong score is vital for both recruitment and retention of talent. In a league with a hard salary cap, the quality of an organization's facilities, staff, and overall culture can be a significant deciding factor for free agents choosing where to play.
An above-average score indicates that the Riders are providing a competitive and professional environment that meets or exceeds the standards expected by CFL players. This internal vote of confidence from the roster comes as the team looks to build on-field success following the 2025 campaign.
The survey results, finalized and shared with teams in late 2025, were made public in the first week of January 2026. For the passionate Rider Nation fanbase, this news offers reassurance that the franchise is building a strong foundation from the inside out, prioritizing the well-being and professional experience of its athletes as it strives for championship contention.
