CFL announces changes to goal posts, field size and more

Beginning in 2026, the rouge and play clock will be modified before drastic field changes in 2027 which include moving the goal posts

The Canadian Football League has announced a series of rule changes from the size of the field and the position of the goal posts to the play clock and the rouge. Article content

On Monday in Toronto, CFL commissioner Stewart Johnston, who is in his first season as commissioner, unveiled the rule changes which will be implemented in a phased approach beginning in 2026 with field modifications happening before the 2027 season begins. Article content Article content

The most significant change is the position of the goalposts, which will be moved from the goal line to the back of the end zone in 2027. The CFL is also shortening the length of the end zon