The Hamilton Tiger-Cats signed offensive lineman Reuben Unije on Wednesday.
Reuben Unije is six foot six and weighs 315 pounds. The 23-year-old from Atlanta, Georgia, began his collegiate career at the University of Houston (2020-23), where he played 26 games, of which 19 were starts (13 at right tackle, 6 at left tackle) for the Cougars. In 2023, he started at right tackle in 11 games, playing 679 snaps, and allowed two sacks over his final nine games. He recorded a 95.7 efficiency rating from Pro Football Focus.
Unije was set to transfer to the University of Louisville, but chose to transfer to UCLA (2024-25), playing 16 games, of which 14 were starts at right tackle. In 2025, Unije appeared in 12 games, of which 10 were starts at right tackle. UCLA averaged 319.9 yards per game, 180.3 passing yards per game, 139.7 rushing yards per game, and 24 touchdowns.
