Edmonton Elks head coach Mark Kilam watches the play against the Toronto Argonauts during first-half CFL action in Edmonton on Saturday, Aug. 15, 2026. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Codie McLachlan
Elks’ Kilam, Alouettes’ Maas, Lions’ Pierce named CFL Coach of the Year finalists
Oct 30, 2026 | 11:25 AM
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TORONTO — Edmonton’s Mark Kilam, Montreal’s Jason Maas and B.C.’s Buck Pierce are finalists for the CFL’s Coach of the Year, the league announced Friday.
Kilam guided the Elks to a 13-5 record and first place in the West after finishing last in the division standings last season, his first at the helm.
Maas is a finalist for the third consecutive season, having won the award in 2024. He led Montreal to first place in the East Division with a league-best 14-4 record, including 9-0 at home.
Pierce helped the Lions secure second place in the West, posting a 10-8 record in his second season in charge.
