Calgary Stampeders general manager John Hufnagel is pleased to announce that national offensive lineman Spencer Wilson has signed a contract extension that will carry through the 2018 season.

Fellow offensive lineman Shane Bergman has also signed a three-year extension.

“Shane and Spencer have both been important players for us over the past few seasons and I’m pleased that they have chosen to make a commitment to the club by signing contract extensions,” said Hufnagel. “Under the guidance of position coach Pat DelMonaco, I believe the offensive line will continue to be a position of strength for us.”

Wilson, a Calgary Colts product who signed with the Stamps in 2011, is heading into his sixth season in Red and White and has made starts at four different positions on the offensive line. In 2015, he saw action at right guard, right tackle and left tackle and was the Stamps’ nominee for Most Outstanding Offensive Lineman as well as a West Division and CFL all-star.

Wilson was a key part of a line that allowed a league-low 31 sacks in 2015 and paved the way for three different tailbacks to record 100-yard games.

“I’ve always called Calgary home and I really love this city,” said Wilson. “I’m very fortunate and happy to be staying here and playing for the Stampeders. I’m excited to be a part of this team for the next three years, to keep moving forward and growing into a playoff team and hopefully a Grey Cup contender.

“Being named the Stampeders’ Most Outstanding Offensive Lineman, West Division all-star and CFL all-star in 2015 gave me a lot of confidence and I want to bring that momentum into camp and the new season.

“I’m looking forward to a great season with Coach Dickenson and Coach DelMonaco.”