Toronto Argonauts sign quarterback James Franklin to two-year extension
TORONTO — Like the Toronto Argonauts, James Franklin is waiting on Ricky Ray.
Franklin signed a two-year contract extension with the Toronto Argonauts on Friday, less than a month after they acquired his rights from the Edmonton Eskimos. Franklin, 26, opted to forego CFL free agency even though he could again be relegated to backup duties if Ray returns.
Ray capped a stellar 2017 season by leading Toronto to a stunning 27-24 Grey Cup victory over the favoured Calgary Stampeders. But the 38-year-old is pondering his football future this off-season.
“Ricky has earned this,” Franklin said Friday. “If he comes back he’s earned the right to be the starter.