Redblacks tap former Argonauts coach to lead team

The Ottawa Redblacks have hired a new head coach and general manager.

Ryan Dinwiddie, who coached the Toronto Argonauts to two Grey Cup titles over five seasons, takes over coaching duties from Bob Dyce, who was relieved of his duties after Ottawa posted a 4-14 record this season to miss the CFL playoffs.

Dinwiddie also assumes the GM title, with Shawn Burke — who was hired in that capacity in December 2021 — being promoted to vice-president of football operations with the club.

Dinwiddie was able to leave Toronto to assume the Ottawa position because it was a promotion from his job with the Argos.

Ottawa has missed the CFL playoffs in five of the last six seasons since losing 27-16 to the Calgary Stampeders in the 2018 Grey Cup.