Week 20 of the Canadian Football League has concluded, bringing to light some of the top performers as ranked by Pro Football Focus (PFF). In a league where every snap counts, PFF’s grading system provides a quantifiable measure of individual player performances. This week’s Honour Roll features noteworthy contributions on both sides of the ball.
The Methodology: Pro Football Focus
Pro Football Focus employs a comprehensive approach to evaluating game footage. Every game, player, and play undergoes meticulous review by PFF’s trained staff. The resulting Player Grades serve as a numerical gauge of a player’s efficacy in their role. Eligibility for offensive and defensive players hinges on a minimum of 25 snaps played, whereas special teams players need at least 10 snaps. Snap count also serves as a tie-breaker.
Offensive Luminary: Chad Kelly
- Team: Toronto Argonauts
- Match Score: TOR 29 – SSK 26
- PFF Player Grade: 85.8
Chad Kelly displayed his playmaking abilities, completing 18 of 25 passes for 275 yards. His day was punctuated by a 50-yard touchdown to Damonte Coxie in the second quarter. This marks Kelly’s fourth inclusion in the Honour Roll this season.
Defensive Dynamo: Bryan Cox Jr.
- Team: Saskatchewan Roughriders
- Match Score: TOR 29 – SSK 26
- PFF Player Grade: 86.9
On the defensive end, Bryan Cox Jr. stood out with 51 total snaps, three tackles, and his career-first forced fumble. He also registered his initial two sacks, causing a total loss of 14 yards for the Argonauts’ offense.
Offensive Line Excellence: Calgary Stampeders
- Match Score: CGY 41 – BC 16
- PFF Unit Grade: 75.3
The Stampeders’ offensive line proved to be a cohesive unit. Top performers included Zack Williams (62.9), Bryce Bell (62.8), and Ryan Sceviour (61.1).
All-Week 20 Team: Additional Mentions
- RB: Ka’Deem Carey (Calgary Stampeders) – 79.1
- REC: Eugene Lewis (Edmonton Elks) – 79.1
- DL: Bryan Cox Jr. (Saskatchewan Roughriders) – 86.9
- LB: Micah Awe (Calgary Stampeders) – 70.2
- DB: Mason Pierce (Toronto Argonauts) – 80.2
- K/P: Cody Grace (Calgary Stampeders) – 72.8
- ST: Jonathan Jones (Toronto Argonauts) – 90.4
Top Season Performances So Far
As the season advances, here are some of the standout performances:
(Grade | Week | Position | Name | Team)
- 94.0 | Week 14 | QB | Zach Collaros | Winnipeg Blue Bombers
- 93.4 | Week 6 | QB | Chad Kelly | Toronto Argonauts
- 92.9 | Week 12 | DB | Marc-Antoine Dequoy | Montreal Alouettes
- 92.9 | Week 16 | QB | Dustin Crum | Ottawa REDBLACKS
- 92.9 | Week 9 | QB | Zach Collaros | Winnipeg Blue Bombers
- 92.5 | Week 3 | DB | Royce Metchie | Toronto Argonauts
- 91.9 | Week 16 | DL | Bryce Carter | Ottawa REDBLACKS
- 91.8 | Week 8 | DB | Kabion Ento | Montreal Alouettes
- 91.8 | Week 16 | DL | Christian Albright | Saskatchewan Roughriders
- 91.7 | Week 11 | QB | Tre Ford | Edmonton Elks
