The Saskatchewan Roughriders have confirmed the death of 30-year-old Jayden Dalke on July 19, 2026. (Image Credit: Saskatchewan Roughriders)

By Britton Gray/CJME

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Saskatchewan Roughrider linebacker Jayden Dalke dead after car crash

Jul 19, 2026 | 2:28 PM

Saskatchewan Roughriders linebacker Jayden Dalke died in a vehicle crash on Saturday night.

The team confirmed his death on Sunday. No further details were available at the time of publication.

It is with profound sadness that the Saskatchewan Roughriders mourn the loss of linebacker and team captain Jayden Dalke, who passed away in a car accident yesterday evening. A relentless warrior on the field, Jayden’s determination, toughness and work ethic inspired his… pic.twitter.com/w99uFZqTnT

— Saskatchewan Roughriders (@sskroughriders) July 19, 2026

The 30-year-old linebacker was the team’s sixth-round selection (54th overall) in the 2022 CFL Draft.

He suited up for 68 games over five seasons, recording 69 tackles, 31 special teams tackles, a sack, an interception and three forced fumbles.

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Prior to joining the Riders, the Leduc, Alta. athlete played in 16 games over three seasons at the University of Alberta. He recorded 94 tackles, three interceptions, seven pass breakups, one forced fumble and one fumble recovery in a Golden Bears uniform. In 2021, he was named a Canada West First-Team All-Star and a U Sports Second-Team All-Canadian.

In 2019, he was a unanimous choice as a Canada West First-Team All-Star.

He also played with the Prairie Football Conference’s Edmonton Wildcats from 2015-18.

The Riders were set to return to practice on Sunday following their second bye week of the season, but cancelled it.

by Britton Gray/CJME

Saskatchewan Roughrider linebacker Jayden Dalke dead after car crash

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