The 2025 CFL Invitational Combine is tomorrow at the University of Waterloo’s Feridun Hamdullahpur Field House. This is the last chance for prospects to show off their skills and earn an invite to the CFL Combine in Regina, Saskatchewan. With so much talent on hand, CFL Insider has five players to watch.
1. Jake Nitychoruk | Defensive Back | Manitoba
Jake Nitychoruk is a big defensive back with size and speed. Six-foot-four, he’s a physical presence that could play special teams at the pro level right away.
College Career Highlights
- 27 games played with the Manitoba Bisons.
- 54 tackles, 7 pass deflections, 1 forced fumble, 1 blocked kick.
- Size and athleticism makes him a versatile piece in coverage and run support.
Scouts will be looking for Nitychoruk to disrupt plays and cover ground.
2. Gabriel Lessard | Linebacker | Montreal
Gabriel Lessard is all potential. 6’2”, 228 lbs, 25 years old. He has the frame and athleticism to be a pro now. His college numbers don’t jump off the page but his special teams work and ceiling has drawn attention.
What Scouts Are Saying
Lessard’s coaches love his untapped potential and his readiness to transition to pro football. He can read plays and hit. A valuable addition to any CFL roster.
3. Kinsale Philip | Defensive Back | Toronto
Kinsale Philip’s journey from QB to DB is one of the most interesting stories heading into the combine. After passing for 1,759 yards and 7 TDs in his first two years with the Varsity Blues, Philip switched to defence in 2024 and made an impact right away.
2024 Performance
- 34 total tackles, 2.5 tackles for loss.
- 2 pass deflections, 1 forced fumble.
- Returned 4 kicks for 81 yards.
Ben Harrington | Receiver | St. Francis Xavier
Ben Harrington is a versatile receiver who can play both inside and out. At 6’2 181 he has the size and skill set CFL teams look for in modern receivers.
College Career Highlights
- 129 receptions for 1,569 yards and 9 touchdowns in his career with the X-Men.
- 16 kicks for 282 yards and 28 punt returns for 219 yards.
- AUS all-star in 2024 as a receiver and returner.
Harrington’s ability to play multiple positions will be a big selling point at the combine.
5. Seth Robertson | Receiver | Western
Seth Robertson is another receiver looking to make a statement at the Invitational Combine. Over four years with the Mustangs he had over 2,000 yards receiving, he can really stretch the defense.
Stats
- 1,528 yards and 20 touchdowns over the last two years.
- 18.5 yards per reception, he can take the top off the defense.
6’1 187, Robertson is a deep threat. His testing numbers in the speed and agility drills will be key in seeing if he can duplicate his college success at the next level.
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