Adams Jr., Jefferson, and Stampeders’ offensive line take monthly CFL honours

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TORONTO - Blue Bombers defensive lineman Willie Jefferson, Stampeders quarterback Vernon Adams Jr., and Calgary's offensive line took top billing for August in the CFL's honour roll. 

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TORONTO – Blue Bombers defensive lineman Willie Jefferson, Stampeders quarterback Vernon Adams Jr., and Calgary’s offensive line took top billing for August in the CFL’s honour roll. 

Jefferson earned the top defensive player grade for the five-game stretch, the league said Thursday. He had eight pass knockdowns, one sack and a forced fumble.

Adams had 684 total passing yards over three games with six touchdowns. 

Calgary Stampeders quarterback Vernon Adams Jr. (3) throws during first-half CFL action against the Blue Bombers in Winnipeg on Friday, July 18, 2025.    THE CANADIAN PRESS/John Woods
Calgary Stampeders quarterback Vernon Adams Jr. (3) throws during first-half CFL action against the Blue Bombers in Winnipeg on Friday, July 18, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/John Woods

The top three performers on Calgary’s offensive line, per the league’s grading system, were Zack Williams, Joshua Coker and Christy Nkanu.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published Sept. 4, 2025. 

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