Here’s one to watch for in May when it comes to pedigree, the Saskatchewan Roughriders have signed American defensive lineman Marcus Haynes – the older brother of Christian Haynes, a former third-round N-F-L Draft pick and current offensive lineman for Seattle.
The 6’4″, 240-pound edge rusher attended Old Dominion University between 2017 and 2022. The Maryland product had cups of coffee in the N-F-L with Denver, Houston, Pittsburgh, Cleveland and Indianapolis. Following is the news release from the Green and White…..
DATE: January 22, 2026
RELEASE TIME: IMMEDIATELY
RELEASE: SR26-15
ROUGHRIDERS SIGN FORMER OLD DOMINION STANDOUT MARCUS HAYNES
The Saskatchewan Roughriders have signed American defensive lineman Marcus Haynes.
Haynes (6’4-240) signed with the Denver Broncos as an undrafted free agent in 2023, playing in three preseason games. He registered five tackles and one pass deflection and was signed to the Club’s practice roster. He went on to spend time with the Texans, Steelers, Browns. In 2025 he joined the UFL’s San Antonio Brahmas and suited up for two games, registering seven tackles, two tackles for loss and one sack before he was signed by the Indianapolis Colts, attending training camp with the team this past summer.
Collegiately, Haynes played 49 games and started in 21 at Old Dominion. He registered 102 total tackles (including 22 for a loss), 15 sacks, five pass deflections, four forced fumbles and one fumble recovery for the Monarchs. He started all 12 games as a senior in 2022.
