Chad Kelly extended

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But does this make it any less likely that we could lose him to the NFL this off-season? Not really. If he gets a good offer he’s gone, Argo deal or not.

OTOH I’m wondering if Chad sees the BS Rourke is going through right now and says screw that.

After he makes this his statement for the press: “Today marks not only a contract extension, but an extension of my commitment to the amazing city of Toronto, my teammates, coaches, front office and MLSE,”


You'd reckon he sees himself in Double Blue for the next several years.

[Rich]

After he makes this his statement for the press: “Today marks not only a contract extension, but an extension of my commitment to the amazing city of Toronto, my teammates, coaches, front office and MLSE,”


You'd reckon he sees himself in Double Blue for the next several years.

I hope you’re right Ryan but he’s not gonna suggest today or even hint that he would still consider an NFL offer.

Maybe I’m just a nervous Nancy, but I can’t celebrate 3 more years of The Chad in Double Blue until the window closes in February.

[ArgoRavi]

I hope you’re right Ryan but he’s not gonna suggest today or even hint that he would still consider an NFL offer.

Maybe I’m just a nervous Nancy, but I can’t celebrate 3 more years of The Chad in Double Blue until the window closes in February.

There's always a chance he could end up in the NFL but I really don't think chances are great given his age, that he isn't really the type of #2 QB that NFL teams are looking for (Dave Naylor has written about that) and that he would be too old to be a developmental practice roster QB in the NFL. I also saw today on Twitter that he is due a $250k bonus next year if he doesn't sign in the NFL, so it would take some serious guaranteed money from the NFL to lure him there and it's doubtful he would get that. Further, he has a great situation in Toronto as he is the #1 guy, will make good coin, loves the city and is able to play in front of his parents every home game plus the games in Hamilton. It doesn't get much better than that.

[Argo57]

There's always a chance he could end up in the NFL but I really don't think chances are great given his age, that he isn't really the type of #2 QB that NFL teams are looking for (Dave Naylor has written about that) and that he would be too old to be a developmental practice roster QB in the NFL. I also saw today on Twitter that he is due a $250k bonus next year if he doesn't sign in the NFL, so it would take some serious guaranteed money from the NFL to lure him there and it's doubtful he would get that. Further, he has a great situation in Toronto as he is the #1 guy, will make good coin, loves the city and is able to play in front of his parents every home game plus the games in Hamilton. It doesn't get much better than that.

Agree with everything you said Ravi, let’s celebrate some great news instead of worrying about scenarios that likely won’t come to pass.

[ArgoZ]

There's always a chance he could end up in the NFL but I really don't think chances are great given his age, that he isn't really the type of #2 QB that NFL teams are looking for (Dave Naylor has written about that) and that he would be too old to be a developmental practice roster QB in the NFL. I also saw today on Twitter that he is due a $250k bonus next year if he doesn't sign in the NFL, so it would take some serious guaranteed money from the NFL to lure him there and it's doubtful he would get that. Further, he has a great situation in Toronto as he is the #1 guy, will make good coin, loves the city and is able to play in front of his parents every home game plus the games in Hamilton. It doesn't get much better than that.

Chad’s parents sit in my section. His Dad often gives me a high five when walking up the isle (I have the end seat). Very cool guy and the nicest, approachable people.

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There's always a chance he could end up in the NFL but I really don't think chances are great given his age, that he isn't really the type of #2 QB that NFL teams are looking for (Dave Naylor has written about that) and that he would be too old to be a developmental practice roster QB in the NFL. I also saw today on Twitter that he is due a $250k bonus next year if he doesn't sign in the NFL, so it would take some serious guaranteed money from the NFL to lure him there and it's doubtful he would get that. Further, he has a great situation in Toronto as he is the #1 guy, will make good coin, loves the city and is able to play in front of his parents every home game plus the games in Hamilton. It doesn't get much better than that.

You love to see that sort of forethought put into such a big decision.

And I am loving the extra helping of crow that I'm eating over having The Chad as our Ride-Or-Die this season. Long may it continue.

I saw someone compare this contract to Collaros' and say that it is a bad value because ZC is the best player in the league and on less money. My response was that i) over the 3 year life of this contract, which of those 2 would you bet will have better results? ii) if the season stopped today, The Chad is MOP, not Zach, and iii) there are many very good off-the-field reasons why this deal is a score for the Argos.

["Issues"Mcgee]

I hope you’re right Ryan but he’s not gonna suggest today or even hint that he would still consider an NFL offer.

Maybe I’m just a nervous Nancy, but I can’t celebrate 3 more years of The Chad in Double Blue until the window closes in February.

At the very least, one can look at this as a testament to how far the Argos have come, in terms of being an attractive club for high-profile players, in just a few short years.