Corey Mace takes to the field during CFL pre-season football action in Calgary on Friday, May 31, 2019. Defensive coordinator Mace has signed a contract extension with the Toronto Argonauts. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jeff McIntosh
TORONTO – Defensive coordinator Corey Mace has signed a contract extension with the Toronto Argonauts.
Mace is in his second season leading the Argonauts’ defence.
Toronto tops the CFL in five defensive categories including sacks (54), interceptions (22) and turnovers (42).
The Argonauts also lead the league in opponent big plays (20, seven better than second place) and opponent rush yards (79.6).
Mace joined the Argonauts at the start of 2022 and has seen three of his players become East Division all-stars.
The British Columbian also helped the Argonauts capture their 18th Grey Cup championship in November.
This report by The Canadian Press was first published Oct. 13, 2023.
