Davis Alexander, Tyson Philpot and Cody Fajardo Named as CFL MOP Finalists
Alexander, Philpot and Singer earned the honour after October performances that included 843 passing yards, a Canadian record and a playoff-clinching game.
- 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 threw for 5,257 yards and 35 touchdowns this season, while Philpot recorded 1,809 yards and 13 touchdowns, and Fajardo led Edmonton to the West Division lead with 4,788 passing yards.
- Linebackers Adarius Pickett of Toronto and Darnell Sankey of B.C., along with Calgary defensive lineman Clarence Hicks, were named finalists for the CFL's top defensive player award.
- Trey Vaval pursues a second consecutive special-teams award, competing against Calgary returner Tyreik McAllister and Edmonton kicker Vincent Blanchard, who made 93.2 per cent of his field goals.
- The CFL will forgo an annual awards ceremony this year, instead revealing winners through surprise presentations that will be shared online.
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No Montreal Alouettes player has won this honour since Anthony Calvillo in 2009.
The Davis Alexander quarter and the recipient Tyson Philpot, of the Alouettes, are finalists in the Canadian Football League title par excellence.
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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.
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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