- Matchup: Calgary Stampeders vs Edmonton Elks
- Date: Saturday, September 12, 2026
- Venue: Commonwealth Stadium, Edmonton, AB
- Broadcast: TSN
- Betting Odds: Calgary Stampeders (+3.5)
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This thrilling encounter at Commonwealth Stadium features the Edmonton Elks (9-3) going head-to-head against the Calgary Stampeders (5-7) on Saturday. The Elks enter as 3.5-point favorites with a projected total of 61.5 points. Anticipated starting quarterbacks are Vernon Adams Jr. and Cody Fajardo.
In their previous face-off, the Stampeders faced the Elks and unfortunately fell short with a score of 38-28. Vernon Adams Jr. completed 15 out of 29 passes for 214 yards, celebrating 2 touchdowns without an interception. Dedrick Mills led the ground game, managing a longest rush of 14 yards but lacking a rushing touchdown. He compiled 49 yards on 11 carries, averaging 4.5 yards per attempt. Jalen Philpot stood out in the receiving department, amassing 63 yards on 6 receptions, averaging 10.5 yards per catch.
Currently, the Stampeders lead the league in scoring, averaging 36.2 points per game. This season, they’ve recorded a total of 2,905 passing yards, equating to 242.1 yards per game, which ranks 8th in the CFL. Their ground game averages 112.2 yards per encounter, contributing to a cumulative total of 1,347 rushing yards, placing them 6th in total yardage with 354.3 yards per game.
Defensively, the Stampeders have yielded 3,484 passing yards, ranking 5th in the CFL. They allow 411.3 yards per contest, putting them at 8th in the league overall. Their defense ranks 8th, conceding 32.3 points per game. Opponents have averaged 6.1 yards per carry and 121.0 rushing yards per game this season. Across 12 games, they have given up 290.3 air yards per game with a completion rate of 65.4%. In total, 1,452 rushing yards have been allowed in this season thus far.
In their last meeting, the Elks claimed victory against the Stampeders, finishing with a score of 38-28. Cody Fajardo was notable on the ground with a longest rush of 23 yards but did not manage a touchdown. He gained 76 yards on 7 attempts, averaging 10.9 yards per carry. Kaion Julien-Grant led receiving with 42 yards over 4 receptions, averaging 10.5 yards per catch. Fajardo was 17 of 31 passing for 181 yards and tossed 2 touchdowns, albeit with 1 interception.
The Elks have amassed 3,473 passing yards thus far, averaging 289.4 yards per contest, placing them 5th in the league. Their total offensive yardage is 404.2 yards per game, also ranking 5th in the CFL. They have averaged 114.8 rushing yards per game, resulting in 1,377 rushing yards through the season. In terms of scoring, they maintain an average of 30.1 points per game, putting them 5th overall in this category.
The Elks display a formidable defense, allowing just 25.6 points per game, which positions them 1st in the CFL. They have surrendered a total of 307 points this season. The Elks have given up 1,077 yards on the ground (89.8 yards/game) and 14 rushing touchdowns. They have also allowed 19 passing touchdowns while averaging 270.3 yards per game through the air, placing them 2nd in the league.
Who will seize victory against the spread in this electrifying matchup?
Selection: Opt for Calgary Stampeders (+3.5)
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