- Numerous high-profile football players, including Warren Moon, Doug Flutie, and more, have gone from the CFL to the NFL.
- The New York Jets drafted former Toronto Argonauts cornerback Qwan’tez Stiggers at No. 176 overall in the 2024 NFL Draft.
- Warren Moon is the only player in the Pro Football and Canadian Football Hall of Fame.
The world of legal online sports betting has allowed us to wager on numerous sports, including the NFL, CFL, and many other football leagues worldwide.
The NFL is the “crown jewel” of professional football, meaning all prospective pro players likely desire to play there.
With that, CFL odds can change weekly as NFL teams may scoop up some players because of their performance there.
Below, I’ll dig into how often players go from the CFL into the NFL.
Let’s explore.
Do Players Ever Go From CFL to NFL?
Yes, all the time. The CFL provides an alternative for aspiring NFL players. They can play well in the CFL and have a chance at getting signed or drafted by an NFL team.
Which Players Have Gone From CFL to NFL?
Several players have gone from the CFL to the NFL. The most recent prominent example includes the New York Jets drafting cornerback Qwan’tez Stiggers, No. 176 overall, in the 2024 NFL Draft. In 2023, he played for the Toronto Argonauts.
As for historical examples, here’s a list of players who transitioned:
- Warren Moon played in the CFL from 1978 to 1983 before playing in the NFL from 1984 to 2000. He won five Grey Cups and was named NFL Offensive Player of the Year. He’s the only player in the Pro Football and Canadian Football Hall of Fame.
- Doug Flutie played in the NFL from 1986 to 1989, the CFL from 1990 to 1997, and back in the NFL from 1998 to 2005. He won three Grey Cups in the CFL.
- Cameron Wake played for the BC Lions from 2007 to 2008 before signing with the Miami Dolphins. He was a two-time CFL All-Star, was an NFL first-team All-Pro, and went to five Pro Bowls.
Other players who switched from the CFL to the NFL include quarterback Joe Theismann, wide receiver Joe Horn, cornerback Brandon Browner, quarterback Joe Kapp, wide receiver Rocket Ismail, wide receiver Andrew Hawkins, and many more.
