Cody Fajardo Dominates Again

The Edmonton Elks needed a response after two straight losses, and they delivered one in spectacular fashion. On Saturday, the Alberta team gave the Toronto Argonauts no chance, winning the game 42–12.

This victory puts the Elks back on the winning track after suffering a crushing 48–30 loss to the Montreal Alouettes in their last outing.

Edmonton quickly set the pace and never really let Toronto get back into the game. The Elks' offense had an excellent night, with Cody Fajardo once again demonstrating his ability to rack up passing yards.

The former Alouettes quarterback surpassed the 300-yard passing mark for the fourth time this season, finishing the game with 301 yards.

Fajardo also threw a crucial touchdown pass to Joshua Cephus. The 23-yard play gave the Elks a 31-12 lead and all but dashed the Argonauts' hopes.

Chad Kelly Still Struggling in Toronto

Over in Toronto, quarterback Chad Kelly's struggles continue. After throwing four interceptions in the previous game, Kelly had already thrown 13 interceptions this season heading into this matchup.

Another mistake came back to haunt the Argonauts on Saturday.

Kelly saw one of his passes intercepted by JJ Ross, who then returned the ball all the way to the end zone. The defensive touchdown gave the Elks a 38-12 lead and definitively turned the game around.

Despite his team's difficult night, Quebec-born receiver Kevin Mital delivered a solid performance. He caught six passes for 89 yards, standing out as one of the few bright spots on Toronto's offense.

Elks running back Justin Rankin, meanwhile, finished with 47 yards on 16 carries and a rushing touchdown. He was particularly effective in the passing game, however, racking up 61 receiving yards.

This loss brings Toronto's record to 4-5. Despite this setback, the Argonauts still hold second place in the East Division, but now trail the Alouettes—who have an 8-1 record—by four games.

Toronto will look to bounce back on August 22, when the Argonauts face the Tiger-Cats in Hamilton.

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