Canadian Football League Awards 2023
The 2023 Canadian Football League Awards took place in Niagara Falls and there was some big news. CFL head Randy Ambrosie shared that they renamed the Most Outstanding Player award in honor of George Reed. He was a great character in CFL history and sadly passed away at age 83 last month. Reed was known as one of the greatest players of all time and retired in 1975 as the greatest running back in CFL history.
This change in the name of the award is a way to show respect for its lasting impact. The ceremony also highlighted the Toronto Argonauts, with five of its players receiving awards for their excellent contributions in a memorable season. The Argos’ success emphasized how strong they were and had a huge impact on the 2023 CFL season.
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2023 Canadian Football League Awards Winners
George Reed Most Outstanding Player: Chad Kelly, Argos
- Toronto Argonauts quarterback Kelly was named CFL Most Outstanding Player.
- He had an impressive season with 4,123 passing yards, 23 touchdowns and 12 interceptions.
- Kelly also contributed rushing, with 248 yards and eight touchdowns.
- The Argos tied a CFL record with 16 wins and Kelly led the team to clinch the East Division.
Most Outstanding Canadian: Brady Oliveira, Blue Bombers
- Winnipeg Blue Bombers running back Brady Oliveira received top Canadian honors.
- Oliveira led the league in rushing with 1,534 yards and nine touchdowns on the ground.
- He became the second Canadian to rush for more than 1,500 yards in a season since 2013.
Most Outstanding Defensive Player: Mathieu Betts, Lions
- BC Lions defensive player Mathieu Betts set a single-season record for a Canadian with 18 sacks.
- He also recorded 42 tackles and four forced fumbles.
Most Outstanding Rookie: Qwan’tez Stiggers, Argos
Argos rookie Qwan’tez Stiggers had a standout debut season with five interceptions and 53 defensive tackles.
Most Outstanding Offensive Lineman: Dejon Allen, Argos
Dejon Allen, the Argos right tackle, won the Most Outstanding Offensive Lineman award, allowing just two sacks.
Most Outstanding Special Teams Player: Javon Leake, Argos
Argos punt return specialist Javon Leake won the award with four punt return touchdowns.
Annis Stukus Trophy (Coach of the Year): Ryan Dinwiddie, Argos
Argos head coach Ryan Dinwiddie was named Coach of the Year with a 16-2 record, tied for the best in CFL history.
Tom Pate Memorial Trophy: Brett Lauther, Roughriders
Brett Lauther of the Saskatchewan Roughriders received the Tom Pate Memorial Trophy for his sportsmanship and contributions to the community.
Jake Gaudaur Veteran Award: Brayden Lenius, Roughriders
Canadian Roughriders player Brayden Lenius received the award for demonstrating the attributes of Canada’s veterans.
Hugh Campbell Distinguished Leadership Award: George ‘Gio’ Hopkins, Stampeders
George ‘Gio’ Hopkins, equipment manager for the Stampeders, received the award for his leadership and contributions to the CFL.
CFL Commissioner’s Award: Bob Young, Tiger-Cats
Bob Young, owner of the Hamilton Tiger-Cats, received the award for his significant contributions to the CFL.
Jane Mawby Tribute Award: Laurence Pontbriand
Laurence Pontbriand, CFL senior manager of football and officiating development, received the Jane Mawby Tribute Award for his behind-the-scenes contributions.
Canadian Soccer League
The Canadian Football League (CFL) is Canada’s largest football league with nine teams, each in a different city. Split into the East and West Divisions, the 2023 CFL season spans 21 weeks, with 18 games for each team and three bye weeks. The season, which typically runs from June to November, concludes with a three-week playoff series leading up to the Gray Cup championship game in late November, a major event in Canadian sports and on television. The CFL was officially formed on January 19, 1958, through the merger of the Interprovincial Rugby Football Union (“Big Four”) and the Western Interprovincial Football Union, marking a special moment in Canadian sporting history.
Canadian Football League Teams
Equipment |
City |
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Hamilton tiger-cats |
Hamilton, Ontario |
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Montreal Alouettes |
Montreal, Quebec |
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Ottawa Red Blacks |
Ottawa, Ontario |
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Toronto Argonauts |
Toronto, Ontario |
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BC Lions |
Vancouver, British Columbia |
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Calgary Stampers |
Calgary, Alberta |
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Edmonton Moose |
Edmonton, Alberta |
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Saskatchewan Rough Riders |
Regina, Saskatchewan |
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Winnipeg Blue Bombers |
Winnipeg, Manitoba |
Canadian Football League Overview
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Sport |
canadian soccer |
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Founded |
January 19, 1958 (65 years ago) |
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Inaugural season |
1958 |
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Notary |
Randy Ambrosie |
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No. of equipment |
9 |
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Country |
Canada |
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Campus |
50 Wellington Street East, Toronto, Ontario |
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Most recent champions |
Toronto Argonauts (8th CFL title) |
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Most titles |
Edmonton Elks (11 CFL titles) |
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