The Saskatchewan Roughriders released wide receiver Ajou Ajou to pursue an opportunity in the NFL on Wednesday. According to TSN CFL reporter Dave Naylor, Ajou is signing with the Indianapolis Colts.
Ajou Ajou is six foot three and weighs 218 pounds. The 23-year-old from Brooks, Alberta, was drafted by the Saskatchewan Roughriders in the seventh round (59th pick) of the 2024 CFL Draft.
In 2024, Ajou made 20 catches for 207 yards, two touchdowns, and one punt return for six yards in 12 games helping the Roughriders reach the Western Final against the Winnipeg Blue Bombers.
Collegiately, Ajou played two seasons at Clemson (2020-21) making eight catches for 114 yards, and one touchdown in 22 games for the Tigers. Then, he transferred to the University of South Florida in 2023 making two catches for nine yards in one game against BYU before injuries ended his season.
