Part of researching the CFL for bettors should include learning about how much players earn. Salaries might not directly impact Grey Cup odds, but they’re a factor in a league that operates under a salary cap.
How Much Does a CFL Player Make?
The average CFL salary is between $110,000 and $140,000 CAD per year.
Some CFL players make more than $600,000 CAD per year.
How Much Do CFL Players Make Per Game?
On average, CFL players make between $4,100 and $5,300 CAD per regular-season game.
The league minimum is $3,889 CAD per game. Star quarterbacks can make more than $30,000 CAD per game.
Do CFL Players Get Paid in U.S. Dollars?
No, CFL players are paid in Canadian dollars.
Do CFL Players Make Good Money?
CFL players are generally well compensated. There’s inevitably a massive gap between the league’s lowest earners and the highest-paid players, with the league minimum sitting at $70,000 CAD per season and several players earning more than half a million CAD per season.
These salaries are much lower than their NFL counterparts, but they are still good for players who went undrafted or didn’t make it in the NFL.
Does the CFL Pay For Housing?
Yes, teams are required to provide accommodation for players. Players on minimum salaries or practice rosters are usually given a housing allowance.
Veterans will often have housing included in their contracts, with the accommodation cost excluded from the team’s salary cap.
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