The CFL has reinstated the Toronto Argonauts quarterback
Chad Kelly on Sunday.

Kelly missed the first nine games of the 2024 regular season for violating the league’s policy on gender-based violence.

“The Canadian Football League (CFL) has reinstated Toronto Argonauts quarterback Chad Kelly under a last-chance agreement, contingent on his continuing compliance with a number of ongoing conditions,” the league said in a statement.

“The continued conditions for Mr. Kelly’s reinstatement reflect the need for him to continue to demonstrate his commitment to compliance with league standards.”

Kelly was the CFL MVP last season, throwing for 4,100 yards and 23 touchdowns. He also won 15 of 16 games with Toronto in 2023.

“I am sorry for my actions and the impact they have had on many people personally, the Toronto Argonauts and the CFL,” Kelly said in a statement. “I realize this is just one step on the road to recovery, but it is an important step and I am committed to doing what is necessary to be a better teammate, colleague and person.”

Kelly was back at practice on Sunday and took over most of the quarterback duties.

“This is an important step for Chad, who has taken full responsibility for his actions and represents just the beginning of his ongoing commitment to better himself and learn from this experience,” Argos general manager Mike Clemons said Sunday. “There remains much work to be done to strengthen our team culture and we are all committed to working together as a team to achieve this with Chad’s return.”

“Swag” played for Clemson in 2013 and completed 10 of 17 passes for 58 yards, but was waived after the 2014 Orange and White game.

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