Ottawa Redblacks offensive lineman Peter Godber announced his retirement on Thursday.
“Today, I announce my retirement from professional football. Growing up, I attended CFL games every year with my dad, so having the chance to be part of this league truly was a dream come true. It’s been an honour to compete in front of such passionate fans over the past eight years,” said Godber.
“I’m incredibly grateful for the opportunity to represent three outstanding organizations: the B.C. Lions, the Saskatchewan Roughriders, and the Ottawa Redblacks. Thank you to my teammates, coaches, and everyone who supported me along the way, as well as the support staff, training staff, equipment staff, surgeons, and all those who work behind the scenes to make it all possible.”
Peter Godber is six foot three and weighs 300 pounds. The 31-year-old from Toronto, Ontario, signed with the Ottawa Redblacks on February 11, 2025. In 2025, Godber started at center in 11 games. Ottawa’s offense averaged 22.1 points per game, 338.5 net offense per game, 269.3 passing yards per game, 93.6 rushing yards per game, 41 touchdowns, and allowed 47 sacks, finishing 4-14 for the season.
The B.C. Lions drafted Godber in the first round (3rd pick) in the 2018 CFL Draft. He played three seasons in B.C., playing 31 games. The Saskatchewan Roughriders signed Godber on February 14, 2023. In 2023, the Roughriders finished eighth in average points per game (20.3), sixth in offensive touchdowns (34), fifth in average net offense (346.4), eighth in average rushing yards (84.4), third in average passing yards (280.4), and seventh in sacks allowed (54).
In 2024, Godber started 12 games. He missed most of the season with an ankle injury. Saskatchewan’s offense averaged 26.6 points per game, 355.7 net offense per game, 89.6 rushing yards per game, 278.8 passing yards per game, 45 touchdowns, and 35 sacks allowed, finishing 9-8-1 in the regular season. They were eliminated in the Western Final against the Winnipeg Blue Bombers.
Collegiately, Godber played five seasons at Rice University (2013-17), playing left guard and right guard in 48 games, of which 35 were starts. In 2017, Rice averaged 16.25 points per game, 187 rushing yards per game, 144.83 passing yards per game, 331.8 total yards per game, 27 touchdowns, and allowed 29 sacks, finishing 1-11 for the season. He helped the Owls win the Conference USA title in 2013 and the Hawaii Bowl in 2014.
