The Saskatchewan Roughriders have announced their first set of cuts.

The most notable name on the list is American Wide Receiver Paul McRoberts. McRoberts spent time with the Riders in 2021, he had one reception for four yards along with one carry for nine yards.

Quarterback Troy Williams was also released by the green and white. Williams saw action in Tuesday’s preseason matchup against the Winnipeg Blue Bombers. Williams was 5 for 7 with 41 yards passing against the Bombers.

The following players were released by the Riders on Thursday morning.

• American defensive lineman Benjamin Davis
• American defensive back Stephen Denmark
• National defensive back Vincent Dethier
• American wide receiver Paul McRoberts
• American defensive back Josh Nurse
• National offensive lineman Maurice Simba
• American defensive back Will Sutherland
• American defensive back Lavonta Taylor
• American quarterback Troy Williams

The Riders will be back in action on Friday when they visit the BC Lions, you can catch the game on 620 CKRM beginning with the pregame show at 5:00 and the opening kickoff set for 8:00.