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Toronto Argonauts quarterback Chad Kelly will start Friday against the Ottawa Redblacks after missing one game with a hand injury. The Argonauts have clinched second place in the CFL East.
Toronto Argonauts quarterback Chad Kelly is set to return to the starting lineup for Friday’s game against the Ottawa Redblacks. Kelly had been sidelined for one game due to a right hand injury but was confirmed as the starter when the team released its depth chart on Thursday.
Kelly missed the Argonauts’ previous game, a loss to the B.C. Lions on Oct. 3, with a right hand injury. Nick Arbuckle started in his place and will serve as the backup for Friday’s matchup. According to TSN, Kelly was a late scratch for that Week 18 loss, with the team pivoting to Arbuckle late in the week.
Kelly has had a career-high season, throwing for 5,067 yards, 33 touchdowns, and 24 interceptions in 15 games. He ranks third in the CFL in passing yards. In two games against the Redblacks this season, Kelly has thrown for 667 yards and six touchdowns. The Argonauts won both previous matchups, 44-24 in Week 3 and 26-23 in Week 15.
The Argonauts (9-7) have guaranteed a second-place finish in the CFL East and will host a division semifinal on Oct. 31. They will close out the regular season against the Montreal Alouettes on Oct. 23.
The Ottawa Redblacks (0-16) are two losses away from becoming the first team in CFL history to finish 0-18. Rookie quarterback Bryson Barnes will make his starting debut for Ottawa.
In addition to Kelly’s return, the Argonauts have made several other roster adjustments. Cam Porter will start at running back, marking his first professional game. Sam Hicks has been moved to the one-game injured list with a foot injury. Ali Fayad will start at defensive end in place of Da’Marcus Johnson, who is out with a back injury. Nic Toomer will start at field-side cornerback.
Kelly’s return provides a significant boost to the Argonauts as they prepare for the playoffs. His performance this season has been pivotal in securing a home playoff game. Meanwhile, the Redblacks face the prospect of a historic winless season, with their rookie quarterback getting his first start.
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