In a league dominated by NCAA standouts and U Sports stars, Logan Ferland’s path to CFL All-Star status stands out—not just for its rarity, but for what it represents. From playing 9-man football with the Melfort Comets to anchoring the Saskatchewan Roughriders' offensive line, Ferland’s rise is a Prairie football success story rooted in grit, heart, and hard-earned progress.
While most pro linemen come from high school powerhouses with national exposure, Ferland sharpened his skills in a small-town setting, where most guys go both ways. In that environment, he quietly built the traits that define his game today: discipline, toughness, and relentless work ethic.
He didn’t skip steps or ride hype. After excelling with the Regina Thunder in the CJFL, Ferland joined the Riders as a territorial junior pick—far from a sure thing. But through practice reps, training camps, and roster churn, he continued to show up. Kept improving. Kept earning.
By 2021, he cracked the starting lineup. By 2023, he was a cornerstone of the line. And in 2024, he was named a CFL All-Star—not with flash, but with consistency.
Ferland isn’t a player who craves the spotlight. He just does his job—snap after snap, matchup after matchup. Humble, physical, and proud of his roots, he’s the kind of player Rider Nation has always embraced.
His journey sends a clear message to every young athlete in rural Saskatchewan: 9-man football doesn’t hold you back—it prepares you. It makes you adaptable, resilient, and battle-tested. Ferland is proof that small-town talent can reach the highest level.
He’s not just protecting quarterbacks—he’s paving the way for the next generation of Prairie kids chasing the CFL dream. So the next time you see Ferland win a trench war or spring a run downfield, Think of the 9-a side grind. And think of what’s possible when talent meets work ethic in Saskatchewan.
