Packers sign rookie Canadian QB Taylor Elgersma

Field Level Media|published: 05/12/2025, 11:32am EDT

Jan 29, 2025; Mobile, AL, USA; National team quarterback Taylor Elgersma of Laurier (18) throws the ball during Senior Bowl practice for the National team at Hancock Whitney Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vasha Hunt-Imagn Images

The Green Bay Packers have signed Canadian quarterback Taylor Elgersma, his agent confirmed Monday to NFL Network.

Elgersma, who won Canada's version of the Heisman Trophy last year, attended a tryout earlier this month during a rookie minicamp.

The Packers had an open spot on the roster so there was no corresponding transaction. Terms were not released by the team or Elgersma's agent, Craig Schaeffer.

"He's got a very live arm. We could see that on tape," Packers coach Matt LaFleur told reporters earlier this month. "He obviously played at the Senior Bowl and (passing-game coordinator Jason) Vrable got to see him there."

Elgersma, 23, played college football at Wilfrid Laurier in Ontario from 2020-24. He earned the 2024 Hec Crighton Trophy, presented to the most outstanding Canadian football player.

After the season, the 6-foot-4, 216-pound Elgersma became the first Canadian quarterback ever invited to the Senior Bowl.

Elgersma was taken in the second round (18th overall) in the 2025 Canadian Football League draft by the Winnipeg Blue Bombers.

In addition to starter Jordan Love, the Packers also have quarterbacks Sean Clifford and Malik Willis on the roster.

--Field Level Media