Revenberg Making Impression On Coaches And Teammates In Rookie Year

Ticats offensive lineman Brandon Revenberg may only be a rookie, but he is already making his presence felt in the Canadian Football League.
He was even turning heads before his first CFL game.
“I remember the day we brought him in here for a workout and trained and tested him,” recalls Ticats first-year offensive line coach Mike Markuson. “I was very impressed. I loved him. In fact, when I first got hired, he’s one of the first guys I watched. I told our Canadian scout Drew [Allemang], ‘this guy, out of all of them, I love him,’ and ironically we get him.
“He’s got a lot of great years in front of him.”
Hamilton selected the 6’4 Essex, Ont. native with their first round, third overall pick in the 2016 CFL draft. The Ticats made their interest known in the versatile lineman by trading up from the 5^th overall position with the BC Lions to ensure that Revenberg would don the Black and Gold at the start of the season.
So far, the decision appears to paying off.
The Grand Valley State alumnus has suited up in all 13 games this year. His first two career starts have come in the past two games in place of injured Peter Dyakowski who was sidelined with a lower body injury.
Revenberg looked impressive in both starts but still knows there are strides to be made.
“There’s lots to clean up for me still,” said Revenberg. “It’s exciting. It’s awesome being out there. But you take the good and you build on it. You take the bad and you improve it. That’s what you do everyday.”
Revenberg’s progress is a testament to his skill and work ethic, but also to the veteran presence surrounding him. The Ticats offensive line is besieged with years of CFL experience with the likes of Dyakowski, right guard Ryan Bomben and centre Mike Filer. The veterans have played 18 CFL seasons combined.
Dyakowski was also a high draft pick by the Ticats, being selected 11^th overall in 2006. He is currently the longest serving Ticat on the roster with nine seasons in Hamilton under his belt.
So far, Dyakowski is impressed by what he’s seen.
“He’s a really good young player,” said Dyakowski. “He gets it. He’s got a great mind for the game and a great work ethic. He’s been doing a great job. It’s terrific that he’s been able to step up like he has.”
The veteran says that he has taken the rookie under his wing by spending time with him after practice, going through film, and breaking down plays on the board.
Markuson has also noticed the O-Line camaraderie, noting that Revenberg will be a great mentor himself someday.
“It’s the older guys helping the younger guy, and Rev will do that someday to a young guy himself,” said Markuson. “I’ve got a great room. They’re great guys, especially the ones that have played. They’ve seen it all. They’re very helpful for a guy like Rev.”
Revenberg is only at the beginning of his CFL career, but the lessons he has learned in his first year will no doubt travel with him for many seasons to come.
“Honestly, all of those guys help me out so much,” said Revenberg. “Whether it’s Pete, Filer, Bomben, just all those guys. Whether it’s simple things like which way I should be going or just technique wise. They’ve helped me out a lot along the way and I really appreciate it.”
Revenberg is slated to make his third consecutive start in Week 15 on Saturday afternoon against the Calgary Stampeders.