TORONTO — The off-season is full of optimism.

Free agents sign new contracts, coaches take on new challenges and teams reshape their rosters with the hope of changing their fortunes. But eventually, every move has to prove itself on the field.

With the 2026 CFL season underway, here are three off-season additions that will be under the spotlight as Week 1 continues.

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MALIK CARNEY | DEFENSIVE LINEMAN | EDMONTON ELKS

When Edmonton signed Malik Carney in free agency, the expectation was that he would help strengthen an already improving defensive front.

That responsibility could become even larger in Week 1.

The Elks will enter their season opener without........

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