Andrew Harris to Retire as Member of Winnipeg Blue Bombers

Andrew Harris, a veteran running back in the Canadian Football League (CFL), will officially retire as a member of the Winnipeg Blue Bombers on Saturday. The 37-year-old Winnipeg native will sign a one-day contract with the team prior to the premiere of a documentary about his life, 'Running Back Relentless.'

Harris played five seasons with the Blue Bombers from 2016 to 2019 and 2021, helping the team win Grey Cup championships in 2019 and 2021. He was named the top Canadian and Grey Cup MVP in the Bombers' 2019 championship win. "Andrew is one of the greatest running backs in the franchise and league history," said Blue Bombers president Wade Miller.

Harris began his CFL career with the B.C. Lions in 2009 and later ended it with the Toronto Argonauts in 2022-23, winning Grey Cups with both teams. He retires as the top-rushing Canadian in CFL history with 10,380 yards and 51 touchdowns. Harris also had 607 receptions for 5,489 yards and 32 touchdowns in his illustrious career.

Why this matters: Andrew Harris' retirement marks the end of an era for one of the CFL's most accomplished players. His impact on the Winnipeg Blue Bombers and the league as a whole will be remembered for years to come.

Throughout his career, Harris was named a five-time CFL All-Star and the league's outstanding Canadian player in 2017. After retiring, he will take on the role of head of football operations and head coach for the Vancouver Island Raiders junior squad in 2023. Harris' legacy as a hometown hero and one of the greatest Canadian running backs in CFL history is firmly cemented.

Key Takeaways

• Andrew Harris, 37, to retire as Winnipeg Blue Bombers player on Saturday.
• Harris won 2 Grey Cups with Bombers (2019, 2021) and was MVP in 2019.
• Retires as CFL's all-time leading Canadian rusher with 10,380 yards, 51 TDs.
• After retiring, Harris to become head of football ops and coach for junior team.
• Considered one of the greatest Canadian running backs in CFL history.