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Davis Alexander, Tyson Philpot and Cody Fajardo named as CFL MOP finalists
Alexander, Philpot and Fajardo reached the final three after standout seasons that included 5,257 passing yards and league-leading receiving totals.
- On Wednesday, the CFL announced Montreal Alouettes quarterback Davis Alexander, Alouettes receiver Tyson Philpot, and Edmonton Elks quarterback Cody Fajardo as finalists for the George Reed Most Outstanding Player award.
- Alexander earned his nomination after throwing for 5,257 yards and 35 touchdowns, joining offensive co-ordinator Anthony Calvillo as the only two Montreal players to crack the 5,000-yard plateau.
- Fellow finalist Philpot led the CFL in catches with 124 and yards with 1,809, while Fajardo set career highs of 4,788 passing yards and 25 touchdowns, leading Edmonton atop the West Division.
- The CFL will forgo a traditional awards ceremony this year, instead informing winners through surprise presentations that will be shared online.
- Finalists for the top defensive player award include Adarius Pickett, Darnell Sankey, and Clarence Hicks, while Trey Vaval, Tyreik McAllister, and Vincent Blanchard contend for the special-teams honor.
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Davis Alexander, Tyson Philpot and Cody Fajardo named as CFL MOP finalists
TORONTO - The CFL's deadliest passing combo and a veteran quarterback coming off a career year are the finalists for the league's outstanding player award.
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Alexander, Philpot, Fajardo Named CFL Most Outstanding Player Finalists
Montreal quarterback Davis Alexander, receiver Tyson Philpot and Edmonton quarterback Cody Fajardo are finalists for the CFL’s George Reed Most Outstanding Player award. The finalists reflect two standout Montreal seasons and Fajardo’s career-best production while leading Edmonton to the top of the West Division. The league also named finalists for its top defensive and special-teams awards; winners will be revealed through surprise presentation…
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