Kory Woodruff (born February 28, 2000) is an American professional football offensive lineman for the BC Lions of the Canadian Football League (CFL).
College career Woodruff first played college football for the Briar Cliff Chargers in 2018 to 2020. He then transferred to Pittsburg State University to play for the Gorillas, playing in 24 games from 2021 to 2022.
Professional career Vegas Knight Hawks Woodruff signed with the Vegas Knight Hawks for the 2023 season where he played in eight games.
BC Lions On February 20, 2024, Woodruff signed with the BC Lions. Following training camp, he accepted a practice roster position to start the 2024 season, but made his CFL debut on September 6, 2024, against the Montreal Alouettes. He played and started in five regular season games that year and also started at right guard in the West Semi-Final against the Saskatchewan Roughriders.
In 2025, Woodruff earned a starting position following training camp where he played and started in all 18 regular season games at left guard. That year, the Lions offence set a new CFL record as they averaged 8.04 yards per play. He also started in both playoff games that year. As a pending free agent, it was announced on January 19, 2026, that Woodruff had agreed to a new two-year contract with the Lions.
Personal life Woodruff was born to parents John Woodruff and Jacqueline Butts.
References
External links BC Lions bio Pittsburg State Gorillas bio