The B.C. Lions released offensive lineman Martes Lewis from the practice squad on Tuesday, according to the CFL Transactions page.
Martes Lewis is six foot six and weighs 325 pounds. The 25-year-old from Gary, Indiana, attended rookie minicamp with the Washington Commanders in 2026. The Calgary Stampeders signed Lewis on May 21, 2026. He played in one preseason game. The Stampeders released him on May 30, 2026. The B.C. Lions signed Lewis to the practice squad on September 24, 2026.
Collegiately, Lewis spent five seasons at the University of Minnesota (2020-24), playing right tackle and right guard in 51 games, of which 16 were starts for the Golden Gophers. In 2023, he started at right guard in 13 games. Minnesota’s offensive line helped them average 20.9 points per game, 300.9 yards per game, 143.4 passing yards per game, 157.5 rushing yards per game, and 29 touchdowns.
Then, he transferred to Northwestern in 2025, playing 13 games, of which 11 were starts for the Wildcats. Northwestern averaged 23.4 points per game, 346.1 yards per game, 185.9 passing yards per game, 160.2 rushing yards per game, and 34 touchdowns. The Wildcats finished 7-6 for the season and went on to beat Central Michigan in the GameAbove Sports Bowl.
