Quarterbacks across the Canadian Football League are enjoying unprecedented early-season success.

After speaking with Edmonton and Montreal on Thursday ahead of their Week 3 tilt at Commonwealth Stadium, it’s clear a variety of factors are at play. Whether it’s veteran passers dissecting defences before the snap, young guns stretching the field with elite arm talent, or the growing use of sideline tablets providing instant access to live game footage, there’s no shortage of explanations.

Whatever your preference, the league’s starting quarterbacks are lighting it up right now. Here’s one thought on each in celebration of their early-season excellence.

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NATHAN ROURKE | BC LIONS

Did anyone doubt Nathan Rourke was going to give BC a chance at the end of Week 2 in Saskatchewan? Me neither. Throwing for 330 yards on the road in a hostile Regina environment is nothing short of impressive. Now he gets set to go shot-for-shot with Bo Levi Mitchell, whom he beat out for the George Reed Most Outstanding Player award last season. Despite being down some key receivers, you can expect the Rourke train to keep rolling with more eye-catching throws in The Hammer on Friday night.

CODY FAJARDO | EDMONTON ELKS

Cody Fajardo continues........

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