| No. 18 Saskatchewan Roughriders | |
| Born: | (1999-10-03) October 3, 1999 (age 25) Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada |
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| Career information | |
| Status | Active |
| CFL status | National |
| Position(s) | WR |
| Height | 6 ft 3 in (191 cm) |
| Weight | 210 lb (95 kg) |
| College | Bemidji State |
| High school | Madison (Madison, Ohio) |
| CFL draft | 2024, round: 3, pick: 23 |
| Drafted by | Saskatchewan Roughriders |
| Career history | |
| As player | |
| 2024–present | Saskatchewan Roughriders |
| Career highlights and awards | |
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| Career stats | |
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Dhel Duncan-Busby (born October 3, 1999) is a Canadian professional football wide receiver for the Saskatchewan Roughriders of the Canadian Football League (CFL). He played college football at Bemidji State.
Early life
Duncan-Busby was born in Vancouver, British Columbia. He played high school football at Madison High School in Madison, Ohio. Afterwards, he played one year at Midwestern Preparatory Academy.
College career
Duncan-Busby played college football for the Bemidji State Beavers from 2019 to 2023. He was redshirted in 2018. He appeared in 10 games in 2019, catching 25 passes for 393 yards and three touchdowns. The 2020 season was cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Duncan-Busby played in 12 games, all starts, during the 2021 season, recording 49 receptions for 725 yards and five touchdowns. He started all 13 games in 2022, catching 48 passes for 896 yards and eight touchdowns, earning first team All-NSIC North honors. He appeared in 12 games in 2023, totaling 49 receptions for 825 yards and 11 touchdown, garnering first team All-NSIC and second team D2CCA All-Super Region 4 recognition.
Professional career
Duncan-Busby was selected by the Saskatchewan Roughriders of the Canadian Football League (CFL) in the third round, with the 23rd overall pick, of the 2024 CFL draft. He officially signed with the team on May 6. He was moved to the 6-game injured list on June 1, and transferred to the practice roster on July 24. Duncan-Busby was promoted to the active roster on August 15, 2024.
References
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- Greco, Michael (December 16, 2023). "Madison graduate Duncan-Busby ends collegiate football career strong". starbeacon.com. Retrieved August 16, 2024.
- Babbock, Christian (August 11, 2023). "Toronto native Dhel Duncan-Busby seeking TDs, growth in 6th year with Bemidji State". bemidjipioneer.com. Retrieved August 16, 2024.
- Babbock, Christian (March 18, 2024). "Dhel Duncan-Busby chasing pro football dream with stop at CFL combine". bemidjipioneer.com. Retrieved August 16, 2024.
- "Dhel Duncan-Busby becomes 1st Beaver selected in CFL draft". sports.yahoo.com. May 1, 2024. Retrieved August 16, 2024.
- Greco, Michael (May 4, 2024). "Madison's Duncan-Busby looking forward to starting pro career". starbeacon.com. Retrieved August 16, 2024.
- Gray, Britton (May 20, 2024). "Duncan-Busby enjoying first taste of CFL action". cjme.com. Retrieved August 16, 2024.
- ^ "Saskatchewan Roughriders Transactions". footballdb.com. Retrieved August 16, 2024.