Cody Fajardo Won’t Be Returning to Haunt the Alouettes
The Canadian Football League (CFL) playoff picture has shifted significantly, particularly impacting Cody Fajardo and the Edmonton Elks. As of Friday night, Fajardo and the Elks have officially been eliminated from playoff contention. This development means Fajardo will not face the Montreal Alouettes in the postseason.
Cody Fajardo’s Season with the Elks
The Elks concluded their season with a record of 7 wins and 10 losses. Their playoff elimination was sealed after a 37-24 defeat against the BC Lions, who finished the season with a record of 10-7. The Lions secured a spot in the playoffs alongside the Saskatchewan Roughriders (12-5), Calgary Stampeders (9-7), and Winnipeg Blue Bombers (9-8).
Eastern Division Playoff Picture
In the Eastern Division, the playoff race is currently between the Hamilton Tiger-Cats and the Montreal Alouettes. Both teams have clinched playoff berths, but the final standings will become clearer in the upcoming week. This will be the first time since 2019 that the crossover rule has been applied in the CFL.
- The crossover rule allows for the fourth-place team in the Western Division to qualify if they have a better record than the third-place team in the East.
Cody Fajardo’s Impact on the Alouettes
Cody Fajardo previously played a crucial role in leading the Montreal Alouettes to a Grey Cup victory in 2023. This season, he transitioned to the Elks as their starting quarterback starting in July. In a standout performance against the Alouettes on August 8 at Percival-Molson Stadium, Fajardo threw a touchdown pass in the final seconds, securing a narrow 23-22 win for the Elks.
As the playoffs approach, the Alouettes will focus on their next challenges without the threat of Fajardo returning to compete against them. The unfolding playoff scenarios will capture the attention of CFL fans across the league.
