Cody Fajardo is back in the Green and Gold for another year.
The American quarterback’s deal was made official Tuesday, with the team announcing the deal that would keep him with the team through the 2026 season.
The 33-year-old took over as the Edmonton Elks’ starting quarterback in Week 8 last season, throwing for a season-high 346 yards and 130.6 QBR against the Saskatchewan Roughriders. He helped the Elks work their way back from a 1-4 record to finishing the year 7-11.
While the team failed to make the playoffs, general manager Ed Hervey said Fajardo’s signing sets them up well for next year.
“Cody Fajardo’s contract extension underscores our commitment to stability and progress, positioning the team for an exciting and promising 2026 season,” he said in a statement provided by the team.
Fajardo finished the year completing 73.2 percent of his passes, the second-best mark in the league, 3,408 yards and 14 touchdowns, while posting a 104.6 QB rating, the third-best mark of his CFL career. He added 319 yards and seven touchdowns on the ground.
“I’m excited to be re-signing in Edmonton and I’m ready to continue the incredible momentum we built to finish last season,” Fajardo said in a statement provided by the team. “I’m motivated to be the quarterback that helps lead this team back to the postseason and believe we came to a deal that makes me feel valued, and will provide the club with the flexibility to build a competitive roster.
“I’m proud to be part of this organization, proud of what we’re building here, and I’m looking forward to another great year with the Green and Gold.”
A two-time Grey Cup Champion, his teams have made the playoffs in six of nine seasons, winning titles in 2017 as a backup, and in 2023, when he was named Grey Cup MVP. He completed 21 of 26 passes (80.7 percent) for 290 yards and three touchdowns in the game.
The Elks are Fajardo’s fifth team, having previously suited up for the Montreal Alouettes, Toronto Argonauts, B.C. Lions, and Saskatchewan Roughriders.
