Taquan Mizzell looked excellent in his first game in the CFL. The 29-year-old spent time on NFL teams primarily on practice squads from 2017 until he was released in 2021 following a hamstring injury. Mizzell had the 2nd most rushing yards in week 1 as he rushed 12 times for 81 yards. He also had the highest yards per carry among starters with 6.8. He also added 3 receptions for 12 yards.
5. Jamal Morrow, Saskatchewan Roughriders, Previous Ranking #RB5
Jamal Morrow was arguably the best part of Saskatchewan’s offense in week 1. He had 14 carries for 80 yards (5.7 average) in a game where the passing game was struggling to get going.Â
6. William Stanback, Montreal Alouettes, Previous Ranking #RB3
Montreal won the game against Ottawa but there are some possible red flags from this match. A major concern is the fact William Stanback was unable to get going as he ran 16 times for just 42 yards (2.6 average). Ottawa’s defense was often winning the battle at the line of scrimmage in a game where Montreal gave up 6 sacks. Montreal had all of their starting offensive lineman return this year and even added an all-star in Justin Lawrence. It’s far too early to press the panic button but Montreal will really want to avoid this becoming a pattern.
Kevin Brown played well for Edmonton in his 11 carries he had 59 yards (5.4 average). He did have 1 fumble but it did not result in a turnover. Edmonton’s offense really struggled to get going as Taylor Cornelius only completed 52% of his passes in week 1 so to have a running back still contribute a good rushing average is something to be appreciated.
8. Devonte Williams, Ottawa Redblacks, Previous Ranking #RB7
Devonte Williams had 11 carries for 36 yards (3.3 average) against Montreal. It was a game where both defenses were playing well and were often winning the battle at the line. Each team struggled to establish the run. Williams also contributed 4 catches for 15 yards.
9. Andrew Harris, Toronto Argonauts, Previous Ranking #RB9
10. A.J. Oullette, Toronto Argonauts, Previous Ranking #RB10
Andrew Harris and A.J. Oullette were both on the bye for week 1. The only reason I have them ranked 9 and 10 to begin the season is that Toronto is the team most likely to have a split backfield so it is unclear how many touches either one will get. This could shape up to be one of the scariest rushing offenses in the league. Harris is a 5 time CFL All-Star, Grey Cup MVP in 2019, and has won 3 straight Grey Cups. Oullette was an East Division All-Star last year.
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