Oregon Ducks players making an impact in the CFL this season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 8:00 PM
Last updated Jul 28, 2026
Several former Oregon Ducks football players are actively competing in the Canadian Football League as the 2026 season progresses. Quarterback Vernon Adams Jr. of the Calgary Stampeders leads the league with a record 21 consecutive touchdown passes without an interception this season. Teammate Anthony Brown Jr. is currently on the practice squad for the Montreal Alouettes. In Saskatchewan, wide receiver Johnny Johnson III has been promoted from the Roughriders' practice squad, making his CFL debut this month. Defensive back Bennett Williams, who has faced injuries, remains hopeful for a return later this season with the Ottawa Redblacks.
- •Vernon Adams Jr. has completed 137 passes for 1989 yards and 20 touchdowns.
- •Anthony Brown Jr. joined Montreal Alouettes in February, currently on the practice squad.
- •Johnny Johnson III recorded his first catch in three games for Saskatchewan Roughriders.
- •Bennett Williams has recorded 17 tackles but is on the 6-game injury list.
- 8:00 PMYahoo Sports — Oregon Ducks Football: Former Players in the CFL
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