Running back James Wilder Jr. signs one-year extension with Elks

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Edmonton Elks running back James Wilder Jr. (32) runs the ball past Toronto Argonauts defensive back Josh Hagerty (27) during second half CFL football action in Toronto, Tuesday, Nov. 16, 2021. (Nathan Denette/CP)
Edmonton Elks running back James Wilder Jr. (32) runs the ball past Toronto Argonauts defensive back Josh Hagerty (27) during second half CFL football action in Toronto, Tuesday, Nov. 16, 2021. (Nathan Denette/CP)

EDMONTON — The Edmonton Elks signed running back James Wilder Jr. to a one-year contract extension on Monday.

Wilder, who was scheduled to hit the free-agent market next month, racked up 996 total yards and three touchdowns in 2021.

The Florida State product finished third in CFL rushing yards (770) last season and was named the Elks’ most outstanding player.

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