- Matchup: Calgary Stampeders vs Hamilton Tiger-Cats
- Event Date: Saturday, August 1, 2026
- Venue: Hamilton Stadium, Hamilton, ON
- Broadcast: TSN
- Betting Odds: Calgary Stampeders favored by 5.5 points
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The Calgary Stampeders (3-4) are headed to Hamilton Stadium this Saturday to face off against the Hamilton Tiger-Cats (3-4). The Stampeders start as 5.5-point favorites, with the total set at 60.5. The anticipated starting quarterbacks are Vernon Adams Jr. and Tre Ford.
In their previous matchup, the Stampeders triumphed over the Blue Bombers, securing a 52-30 victory. Vernon Adams Jr. completed 18 of 27 passes for 319 yards and threw 3 touchdowns, finishing without any interceptions. Dedrick Mills topped the rushing stats with a long run of 36 yards and scored 1 touchdown, accumulating 60 yards on 10 carries, averaging 6.0 yards per attempt. Jalen Philpot excelled in receiving with 128 yards on 4 receptions, averaging an impressive 32.0 yards per catch.
This season, the Stampeders have amassed 1,882 passing yards, averaging 268.9 passing yards per game, placing them 7th in the league. They average 388.9 total yards per contest, ranking 6th. Their ground game accounts for 120.0 rushing yards per game, totaling 840 yards thus far. Remarkably, Calgary leads the CFL in scoring, averaging 39.7 points per game.
Defensively, the Stampeders have allowed 2,307 passing yards, ranking 9th in the league. They give up 435.9 total yards per game, placing them 8th. Their defense ranks 8th overall, allowing 34.9 points per game, with a rushing defense that concedes 5.6 yards per attempt and 106.3 rushing yards per game. Over 7 games, they’ve surrendered an average of 329.6 passing yards per outing, with an opponent completion rate of 68.8%. In total, they have allowed 744 rushing yards during the season.
In their last game, the Tiger-Cats faced off against the Alouettes and lost 31-18. Larry Rountree was the standout rusher, with a long run of 11 yards but no touchdowns. He managed 52 yards on 13 carries, averaging 4.0 yards per carry. Keric Wheatfall led in receiving with 55 yards on 4 receptions, averaging 13.8 yards per catch. Quarterback Tre Ford completed 15 of 23 passes for 164 yards and recorded 1 touchdown along with 1 interception.
The Tiger-Cats rank 9th in scoring with an average of 23.9 points per game so far this season. They’ve passed for a total of 1,602 yards, averaging 228.9 passing yards per game, which also positions them 9th in the league. Their rushing attack averages 95.3 yards per game with a season total of 667 yards. Overall, Hamilton averages 324.1 yards per game, placing them 9th in the league.
Defensively, the Tiger-Cats allow 27.1 points per game, ranking 2nd in the league. They have conceded 190 points overall this season. The rushing defense has allowed 704 yards (100.6 yards per game) and 8 touchdowns. Additionally, they’ve given up 10 passing touchdowns and 269.7 yards per game, which ranks them 1st in the league in this category.
Who will prevail in this football clash against the spread?
Prediction: Bet on Calgary Stampeders (-5.5)
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