(L-R): University of Alberta wide receiver Carter Kettlye and offensive linebacker Matthew Ljuden. (Image Credit: Edmonton Elks website)
By Erika Rolling
Football
Apr 29, 2026 | 12:24 PM
Two football players originally from the Grande Prairie area, who play on the same University team together, are continuing their careers after getting selected in the 2026 Canadian Football League Draft.
The Edmonton Elks selected the University of Alberta’s Carter Kettlye as their third round, 21st overall pick.
The 6’1″ wide receiver from Grovedale won’t have to get used to new colours on the field after playing 22 games over four years with the Golden Bears; in which he recorded 101 receptions for 1,695 yards and 17 touchdowns.
The Elks seventh round, 59th overall pick is U of A offensive linebacker Matthew Ljuden.