EDMONTON – The Edmonton Elks have released Americans Emeke Egbule (DL) and Mark McLaurin (LB), the club announced Tuesday.
McLaurin signed with Green and Gold in August of 2022. The 26-year-old has appeared in 13 games for Edmonton over the last two seasons, registering 41 tackles and one forced fumble in 11 games this season.
Egbule appeared in three games for the Green and Gold this season, recording one defensive tackle. The Kansas native signed with the Elks on September 18.
In addition, the Elks have released Josh Nurse (DB), BJ Wilson (OL) and Dresser Winn (QB).
The Elks will close out their regular season against the Winnipeg Blue Bombers at IG Field on Oct. 21 at 5:00 p.m. MT.
The Edmonton Elks are proud members of the Canadian Football League, playing their home games at Commonwealth Stadium in Edmonton, Alberta.
The club, officially renamed the Elks in June of 2021, has a tradition of excellence having won 14 Grey Cup championships (1954-56, 1975, 1978-82, 1987, 1993, 2003, 2005, 2015). Since its founding, the club has been community-owned and remains focused on providing outstanding football memories for Edmonton and all of Northern Alberta.
Elks Football…Our Team. Our City.