The B.C. Lions have selected North Dakota receiver Nate DeMontagnac with the seventh overall pick in the 2026 CFL Draft. The native of Mississauga, Ont. is the best route-runner in this year's receiver class, which he displayed at the CFL Combine despite opting out of testing. He runs smoothly, generates separation by quickly getting in and out of his breaks, wins contested balls, and blocks well. DeMontagnac never posted eye-popping production during his collegiate career, making 64 receptions for 775 yards and four touchdowns over 40 games with the Fighting Hawks. He peaked this past season when he made 38 catches for 462 yards and two scores. The six-foot-two, 186-pound target is the only receiver in this year's draft who clearly projects as a starter. This was a bit of a surprising selection for the Lions, who have better Canadian talent at receiver than they do along the offensive line. With that said, this was likely B.C.'s only shot at DeMontagnac as he almost certainly woul...