‘Doesn’t Change Anything’: Riders’ Ready to Face Former QB Cody Fajardo Friday Night
REGINA, SASKATCHEWAN, JUL 24 – Cody Fajardo replaces Tre Ford as Edmonton Elks starting quarterback after splitting reps during the week, aiming to improve the team's 1-4 record, officials said.
- Replaced Tre Ford, Cody Fajardo is set to lead the Elks against Saskatchewan at Mosaic Stadium in Regina, kickoff at 9:00 p.m. EDT, on Friday, July 25.
- After Tre Ford’s Week 6 benching, Fajardo was listed as the starter ahead of Week 8, based on his relief performance and the team decision to start him.
- Coming off their second bye week, and Edmonton Elks quarterback Cody Fajardo will start against his former team the Saskatchewan Roughriders at Mosaic Stadium, with the game broadcast on TSN and CFL+.
- Adding to their offensive firepower, Trevor Harris's ninth straight game with at least 70% completions highlights their offensive edge.
- Looking back on his time with Saskatchewan, Fajardo's 27-17 record and 2023 Grey Cup MVP highlight his impactful homecoming start.
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Read Full ArticleEdmonton Elks' QB Cody Fajardo to make 1st start of the season against former team
In the first five games of the season, Fajardo has served as backup quarterback to Tre Ford. After a week of speculation, the Edmonton Elks have confirmed that Fajardo will have a homecoming of sorts against the Saskatchewan Roughriders on Friday in Regina.
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