There is no running back who will make more money in the Canadian Football League (CFL) in 2023 than William Stanback.
On Tuesday, website 3downnation revealed the salaries of the circuit’s 15 highest-paid running backs, and the Montreal Alouettes representative sits at the head of the group.
The 28-year-old American is guaranteed to win $160,000 this season. He could also get an additional $10,000 if he successfully completes certain goals. Notably, he will receive a check for $3,000 upon being named to the CFL All-Star Team.
In addition, Stanback is guaranteed a $25,000 bonus if he shows up for training camp and passes his medical exams.
The second-highest running back on the Canadian circuit is Andrew Harris (Toronto Argonauts), who will make at least $140,000 in 2023.
Stanback’s Alouettes teammates Jeshrun Antwi and Walter Fletcher are ninth and 12th on the list, respectively. You will receive at least USD 95,000 or USD 93,000.
Quebec’s Sean Thomas-Erlington of the Hamilton Tiger-Cats wins $94,000. He also has a clause in his contract that allows him to be paid $800 for any clashes where he will be grounded for at least 51% of his offensive plays.
What about quarterbacks?
Earlier this week, 3downnation also released the list of the highest-paid quarterbacks in the CFL. Alouette’s pivot Cody Fajardo is seventh with a minimum salary of $371,000. Depending on his performance, he could be paid up to $425,000.
Quarterback Trevor Harris is third overall with a $500,000 guaranteed salary. Recall that he used his autonomy to leave the “Als” and join the Saskatchewan Roughriders last February.
Winnipeg Blue Bombers representative Zach Collaros is the league’s highest-earning center with a salary of $600,000.
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