Kaare Vedvik has performed admirably in his second season as the Riders\u0027 punter.
The Norwegian-born Vedvik has handed the Riders’ punting duties since late in the 2021 season. Vedvik was pressed into that role after the Regina-born Jon Ryan suffered what was eventually diagnosed as a small crack in his right ankle.We deliver the local news you need in these turbulent times on weekdays at 3 p.m.By clicking on the sign up button you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc.
Ryan had hoped to finish his career with the Riders, but the fractured ankle ended his 2021 season. Ryan was allowed to become a free agent and the Riders elected to proceed withThe decision has paid off as the 28-year-old Vedvik is averaging 46.2 yards on 77 punts. Vedvik was recently assigned kickoff duties and is averaging 66.7 yards on 19 kickoffs.
Vedvik, a product of Stavanger, Norway, is still getting used to the Canadian game after spending four seasons at Marshall University. He had stints with eight NFL teams before signing with the Riders on Oct. 10 and averaging 46.0 yards per punt in four regular-season games.Article content
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