By Canadian Press

Star quarterback Mike Reilly reaches settlement, new contract with B.C. Lions

Dec 17, 2020 | 10:39 AM

VANCOUVER — The B.C. Lions have reached a settlement with marquee quarterback Mike Reilly. 

The club announced the news in a statement Thursday, saying Reilly has signed a new deal that will keep him in B.C. through the 2022 season. 

News emerged last month that the 35-year-old native of Kennewick, Wash., had filed a grievance against the Lions, allegedly over the nonpayment of guaranteed funds. 

The 2015 Grey Cup MVP signed a four-year, $2.9-million deal with B.C. as a free agent in February 2019 following six seasons with the Edmonton Eskimos.

In a statement Thursday, Reilly said he is “beyond excited” to continue preparing for the 2021 season and “have all that business stuff behind us.” 

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In 2019, Reilly threw for 3,897 yards with 20 touchdowns and 15 interceptions in 16 regular-season games as B.C. (5-13) finished last in the West Division standings.

“Entering this offseason, I haven’t been this healthy since before I became a starter. So that part is great,” Reilly said in a statement Thursday. “I think I speak for everybody with the Lions — players, coaches and fans — when I say I can’t wait to get back out there and compete for the Grey Cup.”

This report by The Canadian Press was first published Dec. 17, 2020. 

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