Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Nik Lewis

How Nik Lewis built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Nik Lewis is a former American professional slotback who played 15 years in the Canadian Football League (CFL). He's a two-time Grey Cup champion (2008 & 2014 with the Stampeders). Lewis won the CFL Rookie of the Year award in his first season. He's a five-time West Division All-Star and three-time CFL All-Star. He holds the Stampeders' record for consecutive games with a reception (166). Lewis is second all-time as a Stampeder in receptions (805), receiving yards (11,250), and touchdown catches (65), only second to Allen Pitts. He also became the CFL all-time leader in receptions with 1,030 catches on August 24, 2017.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

2004: CFL Rookie of the Year

In 2004, Nik Lewis was recognized as the Rookie of the Year by the Canadian Football League. He led the Stampeders in receptions, receiving yards, touchdowns and punt return yards.

2005: Second in the League

In the 2005 CFL season, Nik Lewis finished with 1,379 receiving yards, nine touchdowns and 80 receptions, second in the league.

2006: CFL Western Division All-Star Team

In 2006, Nik Lewis was named to the 2006 CFL Western Division All-Star team after posting 77 receptions, 1,114 receiving yards and five touchdowns with the Stampeders.

2007: CFL Western Division All-Star

The 2007 CFL season saw Nik Lewis achieve 67 receptions, 1,101 receiving yards, and 5 touchdowns. Nik Lewis was again a CFL Western Division All-Star.

2009: 1,000-yard Season

In 2009, Nik Lewis had another 1,000-yard season and scored his first and only touchdown of the season in the 17th game. He also maintained a streak of catching a pass in all 105 games he played in.

2011: Partnership with Joffrey Reynolds

In 2011 Nik Lewis partnered with Joffrey Reynolds to create www.calmb4storm.com an organization that gives fans an opportunity to experience things otherwise unattainable.

2012: Last 1000 yard season

Nik Lewis's last 1,000 yard season before 2016 occurred in 2012.

2014: Second Grey Cup Win

In 2014, Nik Lewis had a diminished role, and his consecutive games with a catch streak was snapped. Despite a challenging season, Lewis helped the Stampeders win the 102nd Grey Cup.

February 10, 2015: Free Agency

On February 10, 2015, after 11 seasons with the Stamps, Nik Lewis became a free agent after not being re-signed following the 2014 season.

February 25, 2015: Signed with Montreal Alouettes

On February 25, 2015, Nik Lewis signed a one-year contract with the Montreal Alouettes of the Canadian Football League.

2016: Tenth 1,000 Yard Season

In 2016, Nik Lewis had a resurgent year with the Alouettes, achieving his tenth 1,000 yard season of his career, and his first since 2012. He led the team with 102 receptions and 1,136 yards receiving.