CFL under fire for new changes, some fans say it makes the game more American

The CFL has come under some fire by one of its more notable names.

The league announced some big changes from a two-part plan Monday that will be phased in over two years and alter the way the game looks and is played. While league commissioner Stewart Johnston said it "is all about making our great game even more entertaining," it came under some major heat from B.C. Lions star quarterback Nathan Rourke.

The 27-year-old from Victoria called the rules "garbage" and made his displeasure known for the league not consulting the players.

"The rule changes, to me, make it sound like we want to be that league down south," Rourke said.

"The CFL game has existed longer than the NFL, and there's a reason for that," Rourke said. "It's unique. The fans love it. I grew up loving this game. And the