- Matchup: Saskatchewan Roughriders vs Hamilton Tiger-Cats
- Date: Saturday, August 15, 2026
- Venue: Hamilton Stadium, Hamilton, ON
- Broadcast: TSN
- Betting Odds: Saskatchewan Roughriders (-5.5)
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The Saskatchewan Roughriders (6-2) travel to Hamilton Stadium this Saturday to face off against the Hamilton Tiger-Cats (3-6). The Roughriders enter this matchup favored by 5.5 points, with an over/under set at 55.5. The quarterbacks slated to start are Trevor Harris and Harrison Frost.
In their previous outing, the Roughriders took on the Redblacks, securing a decisive victory with a scoreline of 42-20. Quarterback Trevor Harris showcased his skills, completing 30 of 38 passes for 401 yards, contributing 2 touchdowns while throwing 1 interception. Running back Thomas Bertrand-Hudon led the ground attack with a longest run of 21 yards, accumulating 63 yards on 7 carries for an impressive 9.0 yards per carry. Wide receiver KeeSean Johnson was a standout performer in the passing game, amassing 133 yards on 11 receptions, averaging 12.1 yards per catch.
Offensively, the Roughriders rank 3rd in the CFL, averaging an impressive 34.2 points per game. So far this season, they have amassed 2,595 passing yards, averaging 324.4 yards per game through the air, which positions them 3rd in the league. On the ground, they average 102.5 rushing yards per contest, totaling 820 yards thus far. Overall, they rank 3rd in the CFL with an average of 426.9 yards per game.
Defensively, the Roughriders have allowed 2,368 passing yards, placing them 3rd in the league for passing defense. They concede an average of 373.4 yards per game, ranking 2nd in that category. In terms of scoring defense, the Roughriders are currently the best, allowing an average of just 26.9 points per game. Opponents have rushed for an average of 4.5 yards per carry and 77.4 rushing yards per game this season. Across 8 games, they have given up 296.0 passing yards per game and a completion percentage of 71.4%, alongside 619 rushing yards overall.
In their latest fixture, the Tiger-Cats faced the Lions, resulting in a close loss, 27-24. Running back Larry Rountree led the rushing stats, recording a long run of 8 yards, totaling 13 yards from 3 carries. Kurleigh Gittens Jr. led the receiving corps with 54 yards on 7 receptions, averaging 7.7 yards per catch. Quarterback Harrison Frost completed 20 of 33 passes for 239 yards with 1 touchdown and 1 interception.
Scoring-wise, the Tiger-Cats currently sit 8th in the CFL, averaging 23.4 points per game. This season, they have thrown for 2,026 yards, averaging 225.1 passing yards per game, ranking them 9th. They average 96.1 rushing yards per game with a total of 865 yards this season, securing a 9th place ranking offensively, averaging 321.2 yards per game.
On defense, the Tiger-Cats allow 29.0 points per game, placing them 5th in the CFL. They have conceded a total of 261 points, allowing 867 rushing yards (96.3 yards per game) and 11 rushing touchdowns throughout the season. Additionally, they’ve given up 13 passing touchdowns and 278.2 yards per game, positioning them 2nd in the league.
What’s the prediction for tonight’s parlay?
Pick: Take Hamilton Tiger-Cats (+5.5) and under 55.5 points.
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