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CFL Suspends Shawn Oakman Indefinitely as Alouettes Release DT Before East Semifinal

A third-party probe for the league concluded he threatened to send sexually explicit material to an intimate partner’s child.

Overview

  • The CFL said it learned of the allegations on Thursday and immediately launched an independent investigation that included interviews with Oakman and the complainant.
  • Following the findings, Montreal released the 33-year-old defensive lineman, citing organizational values as the reason for the move.
  • Oakman will not play when the Alouettes host the Winnipeg Blue Bombers in Saturday’s East Division semifinal.
  • Montreal updated its depth chart, listing Kori Roberson Jr. at defensive tackle alongside Dylan Wynn, with Robert Kennedy III added to the active roster.
  • League commissioner Stewart Johnston condemned gender-based violence and affirmed the CFL’s commitment to enforcing its policy.