CFL names players of the month
Published on November 4, 2004 under Canadian Football League (CFL) News Release
Offensive Player of the Month
RB - Kenton Keith #28
Saskatchewan Roughriders
Highlights
During October, Keith rushed for 337 yards on 42 carries, reaching the end zone three times.
Game Notes:
Keith's explosive running style combined with outstanding cut-back skills made him unstoppable at times. He was most dominant during Weeks 16 and 17 when he was named Rogers CFL Offensive Player of the Week. I was most impressed with his knack to avoid direct, head-on tackles and his big play ability.
1st Runner Up: QB - Anthony Calvillo #13, Montreal Alouettes
2nd Runner Up: RB - Joffrey Reynolds #32, Calgary Stampeders
Judge: Ellison Kelly
Defensive Player of the month
DB - Malcolm Frank #10
Edmonton Eskimos
Highlights
This month, Frank had 23 tackles and one 45-yard interception return for a touchdown.
Game Notes:
Frank had a major role in the tough Eskimos defensive backfield. He played intense, all-out football and was not afraid to stick his nose in the action. For me, the most impressive part of his game was the month-long game awareness he showed. Frank was always in position and he made plays.
1st Runner Up: DB - Donny Brady #26, Edmonton Eskimos
2nd Runner Up: LB - Michael O'Shea #50, Toronto Argonauts
Judge: Ellison Kelly
Lineman of the month
DE - Joe Montford #53
Hamilton Tiger-Cats
Highlights
Montford had nine tackles, one pass knockdown and six quarterback sacks for the month of October.
Game Notes:
Montford gets a lot of attention because of his sack totals and the pressure he puts on quarterbacks. Last month he displayed sound defensive line play and showed quickness, hustle and power. Montford really went after his opponents.
1st Runner Up: BL - Jeremy O'Day #54, Saskatchewan Roughriders
2nd Runner Up: DT - Tyrone Williams #96, BC Lions
Judge: Ellison Kelly
Special Teams Player of the month
KR - Bashir Levingston #23
Toronto Argonauts
Highlights
In October, Levingston had 210 yards for kickoff returns and 36 yards for punt returns with one touchdown. He also had 115-yard missed field goal return for a touchdown.
Game Notes:
They say speed kills and Levingston certainly has a lot of speed. He also has explosive moves and was a threat to break games open or to alter momentum at any time with a long kick return. His outstanding work played a major role in two Argo wins last month.
1st Runner Up: KR - Craig Yeast #5, Hamilton Tiger-Cats
2nd Runner Up: KR - Arland Bruce #5, Toronto Argonauts
Judge: Ellison Kelly
Canadian Football League Stories from November 4, 2004
- Riders Lottery gives away over $1.1 million - Saskatchewan Roughriders
- Keith runs away with monthly award - Saskatchewan Roughriders
- Touchdown Manitoba social planned for nation's capital - Winnipeg Blue Bombers
- Lottery sold out - Saskatchewan Roughriders
- CFL names players of the month - CFL
- Argo Levingston harvests October award - Toronto Argonauts
- MontreALS Huddle at Grey Cup - Montreal Alouettes
- Malcolm Frank named CFL Defensive Player of the Week - Edmonton Elks
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