The Edmonton Elks have brought back American defensive lineman Brandon Barlow through the 2026 season, the club announced Tuesday.
Barlow was a pending free agent.
The 27-year-old returns to the Green and Gold after a 2025 season that saw the veteran start in all 18 games for the club. Barlow registered 35 defensive tackles, two sacks, one forced fumble, and his first career interception in a Week 20 matchup against the BC Lions.
Barlow has been a reliable pass rusher over his four year CFL career, with the Boston College product racking up 123 tackles and 17 sacks in 60 CFL contests.
Barlow began his career north of the border as a member of the Toronto Argonauts, winning the 2022 Grey Cup. The following season, Barlow set a career high with nine sacks with the Argos before signing a free agent deal with the Hamilton Tiger-Cats for the 2024 season.
Prior to his time in the CFL, Barlow was a member of the Boston College Eagles where he played 50 games with the team from 2017-2021.