CFL Season Highlights: Top Players of Week 12 🎉🏆
The Canadian Football League (CFL) season is heating up, and each week, we’re diving into the performances to spotlight the league's top athletes. With the fans’ enthusiasm at an all-time high, we’re excited to present the ten highest-graded CFL players from Week 12, utilizing PFF’s grading system. From quarterbacks skillfully navigating defenses to defensive linemen dominating the trenches, these players excelled above the rest.
Quarterback Spotlight: Nick Arbuckle 🌟
Week 12 brought us another impressive performance from Toronto's Nick Arbuckle. He completed an astonishing 27 of 34 passes, notching 443 yards along with three touchdowns and zero interceptions, resulting in a commendable overall grade of 75.7, placing him fourth among quarterbacks this week.
While a grade of 75.7 is solid, Arbuckle’s stats were heavily influenced by the outstanding play of his receivers. He attained an impressive 87.1% adjusted completion rate, showcasing his ability to deliver crucial throws and contribute to his team's victory. His methodology—capitalizing on the opportunities presented by the defense—played a significant role in the Argonauts' success.
However, it's essential to acknowledge that his accuracy percentage stood at 53.3%, and 29.4% of his throws were beyond the sticks, reflecting more average performance in these particular metrics. Arbuckle did face challenges with three turnover-worthy plays—two dropped interceptions and a fumble that his team recovered—which hindered his overall score.
Top Quarterback Performers 📊
| Name | Team | Snaps | Overall Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trevor Harris | Saskatchewan Roughriders | 47 | 85.0 |
| Vernon Adams Jr. | Calgary Stampeders | 48 | 84.2 |
| Zach Collaros | Winnipeg Blue Bombers | 58 | 83.9 |
| Nick Arbuckle | Toronto Argonauts | 63 | 75.7 |
| Dustin Crum | Ottawa Redblacks | 55 | 72.0 |
| Nathan Rourke | B.C. Lions | 49 | 71.9 |
| James Morgan | Montreal Alouettes | 49 | 67.7 |
| Cody Fajardo | Edmonton Elks | 53 | 63.2 |
Running Back Excellence 🚀
Moving on to the running backs, our standout for the week is Brady Oliveira from the Winnipeg Blue Bombers. He showcased phenomenal talent on the field, contributing significantly to his team’s offensive strategy.
| Name | Team | Snaps | Overall Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brady Oliveira | Winnipeg Blue Bombers | 61 | 83.6 |
| Spencer Brown | Toronto Argonauts | 49 | 83.1 |
| James Butler | B.C. Lions | 52 | 75.0 |
| Dedrick Mills | Calgary Stampeders | 42 | 74.1 |
| Justin Rankin | Edmonton Elks | 43 | 71.5 |
| A.J. Ouellette | Saskatchewan Roughriders | 44 | 69.5 |
| William Stanback | Ottawa Redblacks | 47 | 66.2 |
| Travis Theis | Montreal Alouettes | 32 | 59.5 |
Wide Receiver Power 💥
The wide receiver position also saw outstanding performances. Keon Hatcher of the B.C. Lions shone brightly, demonstrating exceptional ability in navigating defenses and making critical catches.
| Name | Team | Snaps | Overall Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Keon Hatcher | B.C. Lions | 52 | 82.5 |
| Jake Herslow | Toronto Argonauts | 62 | 77.3 |
| Jalen Philpot | Calgary Stampeders | 49 | 73.5 |
| Tyler Snead | Montreal Alouettes | 49 | 72.0 |
| Jevon Cottoy | B.C. Lions | 48 | 71.5 |
| Kevin Mital | Toronto Argonauts | 54 | 70.9 |
| Daylen Baldwin | Calgary Stampeders | 38 | 70.5 |
| Alexander Hollins | Montreal Alouettes | 47 | 69.2 |
| Nic Demski | Winnipeg Blue Bombers | 25 | 68.9 |
| Justin McInnis | B.C. Lions | 49 | 68.9 |
Dominating the Offensive Line 💪
In the trenches, the offensive tackles excelled this week, with Nick Callender from the Montreal Alouettes leading the charge.
| Name | Team | Snaps | Overall Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nick Callender | Montreal Alouettes | 49 | 74.5 |
| Jarell Broxton | B.C. Lions | 52 | 73.6 |
| Dino Boyd | Ottawa Redblacks | 55 | 69.7 |
| Joshua Coker | Calgary Stampeders | 55 | 67.9 |
| Brett Boyko | Edmonton Elks | 53 | 63.5 |
| John Bosse | Toronto Argonauts | 63 | 56.4 |
| D’Antne Demery | Calgary Stampeders | 49 | 56.3 |
| Brandon Kemp | Toronto Argonauts | 63 | 55.0 |
| Jermarcus Hardrick | Saskatchewan Roughriders | 60 | 53.1 |
| Stanley Bryant | Winnipeg Blue Bombers | 61 | 52.0 |
Defensive Standouts 🚨
The defensive players also showcased outstanding skills, with Jake Ceresna from the Edmonton Elks earning top honors among interior defenders.
| Name | Team | Snaps | Overall Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jake Ceresna | Edmonton Elks | 44 | 80.9 |
| Michael Wakefield | Ottawa Redblacks | 39 | 80.8 |
| Jaylon Hutchings | Calgary Stampeders | 43 | 78.2 |
| Caleb Sanders | Saskatchewan Roughriders | 33 | 77.8 |
| Dewayne Hendrix | B.C. Lions | 22 | 77.6 |
| Miles Brown | Calgary Stampeders | 48 | 74.6 |
| Jared Brinkman | Edmonton Elks | 46 | 72.3 |
As the season progresses, fans will have plenty to look forward to. Stay tuned for regular updates on performances and milestones. Whether your heart lies with defensive strategies or offensive firepower, the excitement of the CFL is escalating as we head into the coming weeks! 🎊🏈

