Bo Levi Mitchell is back.
There was a time not so long ago when I wondered whether I was going to be able to type that sentence. But through six weeks of the 2024 season, and after a frustrating prior few years, it sure is nice to see the two-time Most Outstanding Player back to his old form.
The numbers do a nice job telling part of the story. Entering Week 7, Mitchell sits second overall in both passing yards (1,671) and passing touchdowns (11). He leads the CFL with 214 passing attempts and 145 completions. And his 67.8% completion rate is tied for the highest of his career since becoming a full-time starter.
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And you can tell Mitchell is playing with a different swagger, too. After being hampered by a shoulder injury at different times over the last number of years, his arm strength........