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Calgary Stampeders quarterback Vernon Adams Jr. passes during the first half of the CFL western semifinal football game against the B.C. Lions, in Vancouver, on Saturday, November 1, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck

Stampeders sign quarterback Vernon Adams Jr. to two-year extension

May 7, 2026 | 8:59 AM

CALGARY — The Calgary Stampeders signed quarterback Vernon Adams Jr. to a two-year extension Thursday that will keep him with the club through the 2028 CFL season.

Adams, acquired in a trade from the B.C. Lions after the 2024 campaign, went 11-6 as a starter in his first season with Calgary.

The 33-year-old threw for 4,247 yards with 21 touchdowns and 14 interceptions over 17 regular-season games last year.

He also rushed for 332 yards and two touchdowns while adding two two-point conversions on the ground.