Montreal Alouette’s quarterback Anthony Calvillo broke the CFL all-time passing record on Sunday.
The 39 year old’s moment came during a game against the Toronto Argonauts. He needed 258 yards going in to Sunday’s game to beat Damon Allen’s all-time record.
At the end of the third quarter Calvillo made a pass to an Alouette receiver who ran for a touchdown.
The pass brought Calvillo over the record and triggered a celebration on the field. Play was stopped for ten minutes. Players and fans showed respect for the quarterback.
Taped tributes from CFL and NFL greats were broadcast on the on the scoreboard. Calvillo says he was surprised but appreciative that his NFL counterparts recognized his achievement.
Now that he has broke the record the question is how high will he set the bar. Calvillo decides at the end of each season whether he will play the next one. Many believe he is healthy enough to play at least one more.