We have a third team confirmed for the 2026 postseason. Another group kept their playoff hopes alive in spectacular, last-minute fashion. And the Montreal Alouettes just keep on rolling.

It all happened in Week 16 as The Final Stretch is officially underway.

And some of the league’s fresher faces were front and centre over the weekend as the postseason picture continues to materialize.

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MIKE MILLER | HEAD COACH | TORONTO ARGONAUTS

Congratulations to the Argos for punching their 2026 playoff ticket with an impressive 24-19 win over Edmonton on Saturday. After a one-year hiatus, Toronto will host a playoff game for the fifth time in six seasons.

The only difference between this year and other recent playoff appearances is the man calling the shots. Mike Miller was named head coach of the Argonauts late last year, replacing Ryan Dinwiddie after five seasons.

And it was somewhat of a risk at........

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