Montreal defensive lineman Isaac Adeyemi-Berglund has captured the 2026 Tom Pate Memorial Award, the CFL Players Association announced Wednesday.
The Story
Montreal Alouettes defensive lineman Isaac Adeyemi-Berglund has won the 2026 Tom Pate Memorial Award, the CFL Players Association announced Wednesday.
The honour is presented annually to the CFL player who demonstrates outstanding sportsmanship and makes significant contributions to his team, community and the Players’ Association.
A central part of Adeyemi-Berglund’s community involvement is the Berglund Bridge Organization, which he founded to create opportunities for youth and support families through football, mentorship, food security and community initiatives.
Through the organization, he has developed programs including the Holiday Harvest Drive and Bridge the Gap Youth Football Camp.
Adeyemi-Berglund and the Alouettes will meet the Edmonton Elks in the Grey Cup game.
← More stories