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The Ottawa Redblacks say they have cut ties with their running backs coach after he made insensitive comments to francophone players. Prior to the Redblacks' final home game against the Toronto Argonauts this past Saturday, the team decided to not renew the contract of Charlie Eger, who joined the team in , according to team spokesperson Chris Hofley. That is a part of our identity," the statement reads. The incident in question took place in the locker room, as did the decision to let Eger go, according to the team's francophone ambassador Jean-Guy Gorley.

The team says they have about 10 francophone players on their roster and some staff members, as well. Eger came to Ottawa as part of a new coaching staff in , alongside head coach Paul LaPolice. The team says they have about 10 francophone players on their roster and some staff members, as well. Eger came to Ottawa as part of a new coaching staff in , alongside head coach Paul LaPolice. Eger was brought back for the season after the season was cancelled due to the COVID pandemic.

The Redblacks play their final game of the season on Nov. Pseudonyms will no longer be permitted. By submitting a comment, you accept that CBC has the right to reproduce and publish that comment in whole or in part, in any manner CBC chooses. Please note that CBC does not endorse the opinions expressed in comments. Comments on this story are moderated according to our Submission Guidelines. Clair later went on to become the general manager of the Ottawa franchise from to Clair was inducted into the Canadian Football Hall of Fame in The team made the post-season every year, placed no lower than second in their division and won three Grey Cups.

The team was known for having as much fun on the field as they did off and most players lived and worked in the offseason in Ottawa. The Rough Riders found themselves down to Saskatchewan early in the game, but the defending champions did not panic. After a Saskatchewan fumble, Jackson hit Jim Mankins for another TD in the 3 rd quarter and the Rough Riders sealed their victory when Stewart and Jackson combined on a 32 yard pass and run touchdown that that sealed the deal on a Ottawa victory.

He went on to play 12 seasons with the Rough Riders and remarkably never missed a game because of injury. Jackson led the Rough Riders to the playoffs every year that he was with them. He completed 1, passes for 24, yards and touchdowns and was the eastern conference passing leader from through to He took home seven Schenley awards, three for most outstanding player and four as the top Canadian.