CFL veteran quarterback Trevor Harris is already thinking about life after football—and it might just involve a microphone. The soon to be 39 year old recently expressed interest in being a colour analyst for TSN when his playing days are over.
Trevor Harris Open to Calling Games for TSN
When asked about retirement Harris said he’s taking it one year at a time.
“If I play well, I feel good enough and I feel like we’ve got more to accomplish or there’s still that itch that has never gone away then I’ll keep going,” Harris said. “But it’s one year at a time.”
Despite his long and storied career Harris is still passionate about the game. But he’s also aware of the inevitable and is preparing for what’s next.
Harris’ Love for Football and Faith
Harris loves football and credits the sport for allowing him to live out his faith in Jesus Christ.
“I love bringing men together to accomplish one goal. I love the locker room, joking with one another, I think football fits me. It’s a good way for me to practice my authentic faith in Jesus and be who I am,” he said.
At 39 years old, Harris has played in nearly every system the CFL has to offer. He’s got experience so he thinks he could do broadcasting.
“I’ve played in more systems than [Bo Levi Mitchell], unfortunately. I’ve played in all the systems. I can tell you what all quarterbacks are looking at and what they should have done. Maybe I’d be all right at it,” Harris joked.
Inspired by Bo Levi Mitchell’s Success
Harris points to former CFL quarterback Bo Levi Mitchell as an example of how players can thrive in broadcasting after their playing careers. Mitchell is a regular on TSN, working alongside Scott Milanovich and others.
“He’s in a good situation there with Scott [Milanovich] and Hamilton. Shoot, he could play a long time still. We’ll see how it goes. Just one year at a time,” Harris said.
Mitchell’s success in the booth has shown Harris that there’s room for passionate, knowledgeable voices to help the league grow through media.
Helping the CFL Grow Through Media
Harris believes being open and articulate with reporters is part of his job as a player. He sees media as an opportunity to promote the CFL and show its greatness.
“After a game, win, loss, draw, whatever it is, you’ve got to answer the tough questions,” Harris said. “Help be able to push great things for this league. Show how great this league is because it’s a tremendous football league.”
With the CFL’s broadcast rights contract with Bell Media running through 2026, Harris wants to position himself as a valuable voice for the network—or any platform—when the time comes.