Saskatchewan exceeded expectations in Corey Mace's rookie year as coach with a trip to the West Final. Optimism abounds after the club re-signed key starters and brought in veterans such as Jake Maier and Shane Ray. 

Calgary acquired Vernon Adams from BC to spark an offense that struggled in 2024. A new passer and a revamped defense could return the Stampeders to the playoffs after a rare miss last year.

Winnipeg has appeared in the past five Grey Cups but hasn't won since 2021. The Blue Bombers will attempt to overcome their championship struggles while hosting the 112th Grey Cup.

First-year coach Mark Kilam takes over following Edmonton's seven-win season in 2024. Explosive outputs from Javon Leake and Kurleigh Gittens Jr., along with the additions of Jake Ceresna and Royce Metchie on defense, could propel the Elks.

Montreal named Davis Alexander the starting quarterback after the 26-year-old thrived in a small sample size last year. Backed by a plethora of weapons at running back and receiver, Montreal could own the East Division's most explosive offense in 2025.

Toronto retained Wynton McManis but lost a slew of others from its Grey Cup squad and cut Ka'Deem Carey. Nick Arbuckle is poised to start at quarterback until Chad Kelly recovers from a broken leg.

BC sputtered into the playoffs following a strong start last campaign. But with Nathan Rourke entering his first full season behind an overhauled O-line, the Lions will look to advance past the West Final for the first time since 2011.

Ottawa thrived in the friendly confines of TD Place in 2024, sporting a 7-1-1 mark at home. Finding some semblance of that success on the road would be nice after the club secured just two wins as visitors a year ago.

Bo Levi Mitchell led the CFL in both passing yards and touchdowns last season. But his 18 picks also topped the league. Ball security will be paramount for a Hamilton club seeking to finish above .500 for the first time since 2019.