Former Grizzlies OL Panfiloff signs CFL deal

Cannon Panfiloff to continue football career north of the border

Apr. 18, 2026 at 12:41pm

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Cannon Panfiloff, a former starting left tackle for the Montana Grizzlies football team, has signed a professional contract to play in the Canadian Football League (CFL) for the upcoming season.

Why it matters

Panfiloff's move to the CFL represents an opportunity for a talented college player to take the next step in his football career and showcase his skills on the professional stage. The CFL has long been a destination for many American players looking to extend their playing days.

The details

After a successful college career with the Montana Grizzlies, where Panfiloff started at left tackle, he has now signed a deal to play professionally in the Canadian Football League. The specifics of his contract have not been disclosed.

  • Panfiloff played for the Montana Grizzlies from 2021 to 2025.
  • He has now signed a CFL contract for the 2026 season.

The players

Cannon Panfiloff

A former starting left tackle for the Montana Grizzlies football team who has signed a professional contract to play in the Canadian Football League.

Montana Grizzlies

The college football team that Cannon Panfiloff played for during his college career.

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What’s next

Panfiloff will report to training camp with his new CFL team in the coming weeks to prepare for the start of the 2026 season.

The takeaway

Panfiloff's move to the CFL represents an opportunity for a talented college player to continue his football career at the professional level, showcasing his skills on a new stage and potentially opening the door to further opportunities down the line.