1977 Ottawa Rough Riders season

The 1977 Ottawa Rough Riders finished in second place in the Eastern Conference with an 8–8 record. Richard Holmes became the first player in CFL history to rush for 1,000 yards with two different teams. He rushed for 1016 yards while playing for the Argonauts and the Ottawa Rough Riders.

Awards and honours

 * CFL's Most Outstanding Canadian Award – Tony Gabriel (TE)
 * Tom Clements, All-Eastern Quarterback
 * Tony Gabriel, Tight End, CFL All-Star
 * Jeff Turcotte, Guard, CFL All-Star
 * Mike Widger, Linebacker, CFL All-Star