PRSPECTVES Jan 24: Laurier's Taylor Elgersma Makes History With Senior Bowl Invite 🏈

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Laurier Golden Hawks quarterback Taylor Elgersma is breaking barriers!

The 6’6, 225-pound standout has become the first U SPORTS QB to earn an invitation to the prestigious Senior Bowl, solidifying his status as one of the most exciting prospects in Canadian football history.

What is the Senior Bowl?

The Senior Bowl is one of the most prominent showcases for NFL Draft prospects. It brings together top college players from across North America to compete in front of NFL coaches, scouts, and executives. Participation in this game often serves as a stepping stone to professional football careers.

What you need to know about Elgersma:

🏆 Career Highlights:

• Coming off a Vanier Cup appearance: Led Laurier to the 2024 National Championship game - their first appearance since 2005

• Two-Time MVP: Named OUA Most Valuable Player in 2023 and 2024, becoming the first OUA QB to win back-to-back MVPs in 20 years

• Hec Crighton Winner: Named Canada’s top university player in 2024

🔥 2024 Season Stats:

• 4,011 passing yards

• 40 touchdowns

• 73% completion rate

📊 Career Totals at Laurier:

• 10,230 passing yards

• 76 touchdowns

History of Canadians at the Senior Bowl

Elgersma is the first U SPORTS quarterback to receive a Senior Bowl invite, joining a select group of Canadians. Western WR Tyrone Williams was the first U SPORTS athlete invited in 1992, while Super Bowl MVP Mark Rypien competed in 1986 (when he was at Washington State). Elgersma’s inclusion highlights the growing recognition of Canadian talent on the international stage.

Part of a Historic QB Class

Elgersma headlines an elite U SPORTS quarterback class, including:

• Garrett Rooker (UBC)

• Jackson Tachinski (Manitoba)

• Arnaud Desjardins (Laval)

• Jonathan Senecal (Montreal)

• Silas Fagnan (STFX)

This group is reshaping the perception of Canadian QBs, proving they can compete with the best on any stage

NFL Ready?

With his elite combination of size, arm strength, and accuracy, Elgersma has drawn comparisons to NFL stars like Joe Burrow and Josh Allen. His performance hasn’t gone unnoticed—10 NFL teams have already contacted Laurier head coach Michael Faulds to learn more about the talented quarterback. With his pro-ready frame and polished skill set, Elgersma is being viewed as an “NFL prototype”.