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The BC Lions have made one of the league's best pass rushers the highest paid defensive player in the league. Mathieu Betts agreed to a two-year contract extension with the Lions that will keep him in BC through the 2026 season.

Recently cut Lions player is making plays that have some wondering if the Lions made a mistake letting him go

Back in February the Detroit Lions made a really interesting signing when they brought in the CFL's Most Outstanding Defensive Player award winner Mathieu Betts. It always feels like a long shot when a player tries to transition from the CFL to the NFL, but Betts felt different.

CFL News / CFL on SI / August 29

BC Lions Bring Back 2023 CFL Most Outstanding Defensive Player

The BC Lions continue to be aggressive in turning the season around as they are bringing back their best defensive player from last year. TSN’s Farhan Lalji reported Wednesday night that defensive end Mathieu Betts signed with BC for the remainder of the regular season.

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Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / August 27

Lions DL Mathieu Betts Waived

The Detroit Lions have made a decision on a popular defensive lineman who made waves in the Canadien Football League. Mathieu Betts, who recorded 18 sacks in 2023, has not made the team's initial 53-man roster.

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Inside The Play: Mathieu Betts Bursts Through Offensive Line

Recording 18 sacks in any season will garner any defensive player increased attention, no matter what league the accomplishment occurred in. For defensive lineman Mathieu Betts, participating in rookie minicamp, spring workouts and training camp has provided him an opportunity to compete for a roster spot.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / July 15

The Lions potential next Mathieu Betts is having an insane season in the CFL right now

The Detroit Lions had a very productive offseason that saw the betterment of many areas on the roster. One of the more interesting things the Lions did in the last few months is sign CFL Most Outstanding Defensive Player Mathieu Betts. So far the reviews coming from the Lions are strong.

Detroit Lions News / Pride of Detroit / June 5

Mathieu Betts’ versatility gives him a real shot at making Lions’ 53-man roster

While it’s early in the offseason, Mathieu Betts has impressed coach Dan Campbell in this aspect of his game. While some may have wanted the Detroit Lions to do more at the EDGE position opposite Aidan Hutchinson this offseason, one of their more intriguing adds there was 2023 CFL Most Outstanding Defensive Player Mathieu Betts.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / June 4

What Lions Have Learned About Mathieu Betts, Secondary

The Detroit Lions upgraded their secondary in a big way over the course of the 2024 offseason. Through a trade, free agency and the NFL Draft, Lions' general manager Brad Holmes has taken what was a clear weakness for the Lions in 2023 and turned it into a strength.

Detroit Lions News / Pride of Detroit / March 29, 2024

Lions GM hints at ‘crazy’ method of scouting CFL, Mathieu Betts

Lions GM Brad Holmes talked about the difficulty of scouting CFL’s Mathieu Betts and hinted at their ‘crazy’ methods. Back before free agency started, the Detroit Lions signed CFL edge rusher Mathieu Betts.

Detroit Lions News / Pride of Detroit / March 1, 2024

Everything you need to know about new Detroit Lions EDGE Mathieu Betts

We talked with CFL writer JC Abbott to learn everything we can about new Lions defensive end Mathieu Betts, who was a star in the CFL and the Canadian college football league.

Detroit Lions News / Pride of Detroit / February 27, 2024

Contract details of Michael Badgley, Mathieu Betts reveal low commitment from Lions

A detailed look at the Detroit Lions contracts for K Michael Badgley and former CFL EDGE Mathieu Betts. The Detroit Lions offseason is underway, and last week they kicked things off with a couple of noteworthy signings.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / February 23, 2024

Detroit Lions to Host Qwan’tez Stiggers on Pre-Draft Visit

The Detroit Lions have already dipped into the CFL market this offseason, signing reigning Most Outstanding Defensive Player Mathieu Betts to a free agent contract. Now, general manager Brad Holmes is set to host the league's reigning Most Outstanding Rookie, Qwan'tez Stiggers, on a pre-Draft Top-30 visit according to NFL reporter Aaron Wilson.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / February 15, 2024

Detroit Lions Mathieu Betts Confident He Will Make Final Roster

The Detroit Lions added a talented defender to their roster early in the offseason in Mathieu Betts. The reigning CFL Most Outstanding Defensive Player

NFL News / Gridiron Heroics / February 15, 2024

Mathieu Betts Confident Detroit Lions Opportunity Can Turn to Permanent Deal

The Detroit Lions are eager to get a crack at the Super Bowl, thanks to the championship window Dan Campbell opened for them. However, they need talented players to complete their roster and compete with the NFC’s best teams.

Detroit Lions News / Pride of Detroit / February 15, 2024

Report: CFL star turned down other NFL offers to join Lions

CFL star EDGE Mathieu Betts wanted to be a Detroit Lions above all other NFL options. Earlier this week, the Detroit Lions signed CFL’s Most Outstanding Defensive Player of 2023 Mathieu Betts.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / February 13, 2024

Lions sign CFL award winner to reserve/futures deal

He won the Canadian Football League’s Most Outstanding Defensive Player award this past season while playing for the BC Lions. He finished the season with 44 tackles, three forced fumbles, and 18 sacks, with that latter mark being the most by a Canadian-born player in CFL history.

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2023 CFL Sack Leader Heads South to Detroit Lions

Many considered DC Lions defensive lineman Mathieu Betts to be the best defensive free agent in the CFL. On the first official day of free agency, however, Betts decided to head south to the NFL.

NFL News / Field Level Media / February 13, 2024

Lions sign CFL standout Mathieu Betts

The Detroit Lions signed defensive lineman Mathieu Betts to a reserve/futures contract on Tuesday. Betts, 28, was named the CFL's Most Outstanding Defensive Player after recording a league-best 18 sacks in 18 games last season with the B.C.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / February 13, 2024

Lions Sign CFL Standout DL Mathieu Betts

The Detroit Lions announced that they are signing CFL DL Mathieu Betts to a contract on Tuesday. Betts worked out with the team on December 19th, one of his three NFL workouts that month.

Lions sign CFL standout Mathieu Betts

The Lions have added the CFL's top defensive player from 2023 to their offseason roster. The team announced the signing of defensive lineman Mathieu Betts on Tuesday.

Mathieu Betts Free Agency Latest: NFL Still Possible?

While the CFL would love to have its star defensive player Mathieu Betts back, the possibility of the NFL is still in the picture. TSN’s Farhan Lalji reported this past weekend that there is a strong possibility that he will sign a futures contract with the Detroit Lions.

Hamilton Tiger-Cats Among Teams Interested in Free Agent Mathieu Betts

CFL free agency is less than two weeks away from starting with top talent still available to be signed. One of those premier free agents is defensive end Mathieu Betts, who will attract a lot of attention from CFL teams.

Buffalo Bills News / Bills Wire / December 31, 2023

Report: Bills had workout with OL La'el Collins

Veteran NFL offensive lineman La’el Collins highlighted a list of five players who worked out for the Buffalo Bills on Friday. The others were: LB Oshane Ximines DE Eric Banks DE Terrell Lewis DE Mathieu Betts Collins is the most well known of the bunch having previously been considered one of the NFL’s best offensive linemen.

BC Lions' Mathieu Betts Earns Third NFL Workout

NFL teams think highly of the best pass rusher in the CFL Mathieu Betts. That continues to be the case as Mathieu Betts makes another stop on his workout tour.