- Matchup: Calgary Stampeders vs Winnipeg Blue Bombers
- Date: Friday, July 24, 2026
- Venue: Princess Auto Stadium in Winnipeg, MB
- Broadcast: TSN
- Betting Odds: Calgary Stampeders (+1.5)
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The Winnipeg Blue Bombers (4-2) are set to face off against the Calgary Stampeders (2-4) at Princess Auto Stadium this Friday. The Blue Bombers enter this game as 1.5-point favorites, with the total points set at 60.5. The expected starting quarterbacks for this matchup are Vernon Adams Jr. and Dru Brown.
In their latest outing, the Stampeders faced the Alouettes, ultimately falling short with a score of 38-32. Vernon Adams Jr. completed 23 of 37 passes for 271 yards and tossed 3 touchdowns without any interceptions. Dedrick Mills led the rushing attack, recording a long run of 24 yards and finishing with 130 yards over 15 carries, averaging an impressive 8.7 yards per rush. Jalen Philpot was the standout receiver, amassing 96 yards on 6 receptions, averaging 16.0 yards per catch during the game.
The Stampeders are currently leading the CFL in scoring, averaging 37.7 points per game. Over the season, they have accumulated 1,582 passing yards with an average of 263.7 yards per game, placing them 8th in the league. On the ground, they average 125.3 rushing yards per game, totaling 752 rushing yards to date. Overall, Calgary’s offense is generating an average of 389.0 yards per game, putting them in 6th place in the league.
Defensively, the Stampeders rank 9th in the league in opponent scoring, allowing 35.7 points per game. They concede an average of 5.3 yards per rush and 101.3 rushing yards per game this season, with a total of 608 rushing yards allowed after 6 games. In the passing game, Calgary has given up 2,081 yards, also ranked 9th, allowing 346.8 yards per game through the air with a completion percentage of 70.4%. Altogether, they are surrendering an average of 448.2 yards per game, placing them 9th in the CFL.
In their previous game, the Blue Bombers emerged victorious against the Redblacks with a score of 36-34. Brady Oliveira led the rushing unit with a longest run of 20 yards, contributing a total of 48 yards on 10 carries at an average of 4.8 yards per attempt. Tim White was the star receiver, compiling 97 yards on 7 receptions, averaging 13.9 yards per catch. Quarterback Dru Brown completed 27 of 43 passes for 317 yards and 2 touchdowns, finishing without an interception.
Season-to-date, the Blue Bombers have thrown for 1,641 yards and average 273.5 passing yards per game, ranking them 7th in the league. They average 361.2 total yards per game, also placing 7th, and have rushed for an average of 87.7 yards per game, totaling 526 rushing yards for the season. In terms of scoring, the Blue Bombers rank 7th with an average of 25.8 points per game.
Defensively, Winnipeg has given up 664 rushing yards (averaging 110.7 yards per game) and 8 rushing touchdowns throughout the season. They are ranked 2nd in the league for points allowed per game, permitting an average of 26.0 points, and have surrendered 156 total points. In the air, they’ve allowed 9 touchdowns and an average of 270.0 yards per game, which also ranks them 2nd in the CFL.
Who will emerge victorious in tonight’s CFL match against the spread?
Prediction: Bet on Winnipeg Blue Bombers (-1.5)
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