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Cody Fajardo Energizes Edmonton Elks' Training Camp as Veteran Backup

The 11-year CFL veteran embraces a mentoring role while adapting to a new system, bolstering the Elks' hopes of ending their playoff drought.

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Quarterback Cody Fajardo speaks to the media in Hamilton, Ont. on Monday, Nov. 13, 2023.

Overview

  • Cody Fajardo, a two-time Grey Cup champion and 2023 MVP, joined the Edmonton Elks in the off-season as a veteran backup to starting quarterback Tre Ford.
  • Fajardo expressed enthusiasm for his role, describing the experience as rejuvenating and likening it to feeling like a rookie again while learning a new system under head coach Mark Kilam.
  • General Manager Ed Hervey emphasized the importance of quarterback depth in the CFL, highlighting Fajardo's experience as a key asset for the team and a motivator for Ford's development.
  • Fajardo noted the Elks' high energy and strong team bonding during training camp, despite significant roster turnover, and expressed optimism about the team's potential to return to the playoffs.
  • The Elks' preseason schedule includes games on May 24 in Calgary and May 30 in Edmonton, leading to their regular-season opener on June 7 in Vancouver against the B.C. Lions.