The Canadian Football League (CFL) has unveiled its top performers for Week 17, and leading the pack are Vernon Adams Jr. of the BC Lions, Calgary Stampeders’ Cameron Judge, and the standout offensive line from BC Lions. This selection is based on in-depth game analysis by Pro Football Focus (PFF), which harnesses extensive game footage review to assess player performances.
CFL Honour Roll Breakdown:
Offence: Vernon Adams Jr. (BC Lions)
- Performance against Saskatchewan: BC 33 – SSK 26
- PFF Grade: 91.2
- Highlights: Adams Jr. achieved 27-of-36 passing with a season-high of 458 yards resulting in three touchdowns. He also recorded a noteworthy 71-yard touchdown pass to Alexander Hollins. This is Adams Jr.’s second 450+ passing yard game this season, marking his notable consistency.
Defence: Cameron Judge (Calgary Stampeders)
- Performance against Hamilton: CGY 15 – HAM 22
- PFF Grade: 85.5
- Highlights: Judge participated in 49 defensive snaps, recording four defensive tackles and an interception. He also showcased an impressive 90.0 grade on 27 coverage snaps.
Offensive Line: BC Lions
- Performance against Saskatchewan: BC 33 – SSK 26
- PFF Unit Grade: 80.8
- Top Performers:
- Jarell Broxton: 63.0
- Michael Couture: 60.3
- Andrew Peirson: 59.1
All-Week 17 Standouts:
- QB | Vernon Adams Jr. (BC Lions): 91.2
- RB | James Butler (Hamilton Tiger-Cats): 77.8
- REC | Keon Hatcher (BC Lions): 82.2
- OL | Brandon Revenberg (Hamilton Tiger-Cats): 79.4
- DL | Casey Sayles (Hamilton Tiger-Cats): 83.5
- LB | Cameron Judge (Calgary Stampeders): 85.5
- DB | Qwan’tez Stiggers (Toronto Argonauts): 83.0
- K/P | Joseph Zema (Montreal Alouettes): 82.9
- ST | Adam Auclair (Ottawa REDBLACKS): 90.0
Top Performances of 2023:
The list highlights the standout players throughout 2023, with Zach Collaros of Winnipeg Blue Bombers topping the list in Week 14 with a grade of 94.0. The roster also features impressive players like Chad Kelly, Marc-Antoine Dequoy, and Bryce Carter, among others.
It’s worth noting that PFF’s grading system provides a comprehensive picture of a player’s performance, which is why it’s held in high regard. These weekly recognitions celebrate the CFL’s talent and commitment to the game, setting the stage for the rest of the season.
