Nathan Rourke among finalists for CFL top Canadian award

B.C. Lions quarterback Nathan Rourke has been named a finalist for the Canadian Football League’s top Canadian award. Rourke, who was the league’s top Canadian and outstanding player last season, recorded 4,614 passing yards, 24 touchdowns, and 356 rushing yards during his campaign.

Joining Rourke as finalists for the honour are Winnipeg running back Brady Oliveira and Montreal receiver Tyson Philpot. Oliveira recorded 1,493 rushing yards and eight total touchdowns, marking his fifth consecutive 1,000-yard season. Philpot led the league in receiving with 124 catches for 1,809 yards and 13 touchdowns, setting new Canadian standards for receptions and yards.

The CFL also announced finalists for other categories. Jarell Broxton of Winnipeg and Nick Callender and Pier-Olivier Lestage of Montreal are the finalists for top offensive lineman. The outstanding rookie award will be contested by Tyler Kahmann, Parker McKenna, and Major Williams.