Edmonton Elks sign offensive lineman Korte to 2-year extension
Edmonton Elks quarterback Tre Ford (right) and Mark Korte (65) celebrate a touchdown against the Winnipeg Blue Bombers during first half CFL action in Edmonton, Alta., on Thursday, August 10, 2023. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jason Franson.
The Edmonton Elks signed veteran Canadian offensive lineman Mark Korte to a two-year contract extension Tuesday.
Korte, of Spruce Grove, Alta., remains under contract with Edmonton through the 2027 season.
'I'm really excited to be committing to the Edmonton Elks for the next three years,' Korte said. 'It really means a lot to me as someone who grew up in Edmonton, grew up a fan, and saw what this team could be — especially in Commonwealth stadium.
'Bringing it back to that level over the next three years is really important to me.'
Last season, Edmonton led the CFL in rushing (2,365 yards) and yards per carry (6.2) while allowing a league-low 29 sacks.
The six-foot-two, 293-pound Korte spent his first three CFL seasons with Ottawa after being selected fourth overall in the '18 draft out of Alberta. He joined the Elks as a free agent in 2022.
This report by The Canadian Press was first published May 13, 2025.
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