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Calgary Stampeders' Jaylon Hutchings Shines as Defensive Standout in Competitive 2025 CFL Season
In the midst of the 2025 Canadian Football League (CFL) regular season, reaching its one-third mark, one name that has been consistently standing out is Jaylon Hutchings of the Calgary Stampeders. The defensive lineman has been making waves with his impressive performances, earning him a spot among the front-runners for the Most Outstanding Defensive Player award.
Hutchings currently shares the second spot in the CFL for sacks, having recorded 4 sacks through Week 9. His impact on the Calgary defense is evident, as he consistently contributes tackles to the team's efforts. A notable game for Hutchings was on July 12, 2025, where he notched three tackles and one sack in a victory over Saskatchewan.
The CFL standings are competitive this season, with the Saskatchewan Roughriders leading the league heading into Week 9. The Stampeders' exact team position is less clear from the data, but their defensive contributions, led by Hutchings, have been significant. Teams like Edmonton and Ottawa are struggling, while the Roughriders and Hamilton Tiger-Cats are performing well.
League-wide, the average number of sacks per game is approximately 3.3. Hutchings, however, is well above average individually, demonstrating his effectiveness as one of the top pass rushers this season.
Elsewhere in the league, KR Isaiah Wooden of the Hamilton Tiger-Cats leads the CFL in return yards and return touchdowns. In the offensive line, notable linemen include Brandon Revenberg of the Hamilton Tiger-Cats, C Logan Ferland of the Saskatchewan Roughriders, Zack Williams of the Calgary Stampeders, and Jarell Broxton of the B.C. Lions.
Another standout performer is DB Derek Slywka of the Toronto Argonauts. The rookie has made a name for himself with multiple defensive tackles, special teams tackles, an interception, a forced fumble, and two touchdowns - one on a 105-yard fumble return and another on a 120-yard missed field goal return.
In the quarterback position, Nathan Rourke of the B.C. Lions is leading the league in rushing among quarterbacks. Meanwhile, Kenny Lawler of the Hamilton Tiger-Cats is on pace for a remarkable season. He has already set a new career-high with eight touchdown receptions and is on pace for almost 2,000 yards and 24 touchdowns. Milt Stegall's single-season touchdown record (23) could be narrowly broken by Lawler.
With such exciting performances and competitive standings, the 2025 CFL season is shaping up to be an exciting one.
Jaylon Hutchings, the defensive lineman for the Calgary Stampeders, has been excelling in the football field, registering 4 field goals and consistently contributing tackles in the 2025 CFL season. His quarterback, who is yet to be specified, has benefited from Hutchings' defensive prowess, as their team aims towards a touchdown in each game.
