Chad Kelly signs five-year extension with Toronto Argonauts

Toronto Argonauts quarterback Chad Kelly has signed a five-year contract extension that will keep him with the team through the 2031 season. The announcement, made on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, follows a highly productive 2026 campaign for the 32-year-old.

During the 2026 regular season, Kelly recorded career highs with 5,067 passing yards and 33 touchdowns. While the financial terms of the new deal were not officially disclosed, reports suggest the agreement could exceed $1 million annually, potentially making him the highest-paid player in the Canadian Football League.

Kelly, the 2023 CFL Most Outstanding Player, was previously scheduled to become a free agent this off-season. He expressed his desire to finish his career in Toronto, citing the city's importance to his family.