The Calgary Stampeders announced a two-year extension for Vernon Adams Jr. on Thursday.
The new deal for the 33-year-old quarterback takes him through the 2028 season.
Adams is set to embark on a 10th CFL season and second with the Stamps.
“We are excited to extend Vernon for two more years through the 2028 season,” Stampeders general manager and head coach Dave Dickenson said in a statement. “Consistent quarterback play is vital to maintain long-term success. We’ve prioritized getting as many core players extended as possible and, by extending Vernon, we’ve secured another long-term piece to our organization.”
A native of Pasadena, CA, Adams appeared in 17 games last season. He threw for 4,247 yards on 280-for-429 passing with 21 touchdowns and 14 interceptions. He added another 332 yards and two TDs on the ground.
“I’m very grateful and very thankful for the opportunity that has been given to me and for the chance to extend my time with the team for another two years,” Adams said in a statement. “I love it here in Calgary, I love my teammates and I’ve always wanted to play for the White Horse. What we did last year was a great start and I’m very excited to build on that. God bless and go Stamps.”
A CFL East All-Star in 2019, Adams has previously suited up for the BC Lions, Montreal Alouettes, Hamilton Tiger-Cats and Saskatchewan Roughriders. In 122 career games, Adams has thrown for 20,437 yards on 1,433-for-2,219 passing with 117 TDs and 68 picks.
The Stamps open up their preseason slate on May 18 at home to the Roughriders before beginning the regular season on June 5 at home to the Winnipeg Blue Bombers.
