Ottawa Redblacks quarterback Henry Burris was named the CFL's most outstanding player on Thursday in Winnipeg, site of this Sunday's 103rd Grey Cup.

Burris was instrumental in leading Ottawa (12-6) to a first-place finish in the East Division, registering a CFL-record 481 completions and league-high 5,693 passing yards. He also led the CFL in pass attempts, completion percentage, second down conversions, 30-plus yard completions and 300-yard passing games.

The other award winners include:

  • Most outstanding defensive player: Adam Bighill, LB, B.C.
  • Most outstanding Canadian: Brad Sinopoli, WR.

  • Most outstanding offensive lineman: SirVincent Rogers, OL, Ottawa.

  • Most outstanding special teams player: Brandon Banks, WR/KR, Hamilton.

  • Most outstanding rookie: Derel Walker, WR, Edmonton.

  • Jake Gaudaur veterans' trophy: Jeff Perrett, OT, Montreal.

  • Tom Pate memorial award: Henry Burris, QB, Ottawa.

  • Hugh Campbell distinguished leadership award: Bob Irving

  • The commisioner's award: Bernie Custis