- Matchup: Saskatchewan Roughriders vs Edmonton Elks
- Date: Saturday, August 1, 2026
- Venue: Commonwealth Stadium, Edmonton, AB
- Broadcast: TSN
- Betting Line: Saskatchewan Roughriders (+1.5)
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This week, Commonwealth Stadium plays host to an electrifying clash as the Edmonton Elks (6-1) face off against the Saskatchewan Roughriders (4-2). The Roughriders enter this matchup as 1.5-point underdogs, with the over/under set at 60.5 points. The spotlight will be on quarterbacks Trevor Harris and Cody Fajardo as they lead their respective teams.
In their previous encounter, the Roughriders narrowly succumbed to the Elks with a score of 36-34. Trevor Harris completed 26 of 36 passes for an impressive 386 yards, tossing in four touchdowns along with one interception. Running back A.J. Ouellette was key on the ground but fell short of a rushing touchdown, accumulating 52 yards on 12 attempts, averaging 4.0 yards per carry, with a long run of 11 yards. Kian Schaffer-Baker was a standout in receiving, amassing 185 yards on eight receptions, averaging an impressive 23.1 yards per catch.
Throughout the season, the Roughriders have amassed a total of 1,970 passing yards, averaging 328.3 yards per game, ranking them 3rd in the CFL. Additionally, their total yardage of 426.2 yards per game also places them 3rd in the league. Rushing-wise, they average 97.8 yards per game, with a cumulative total of 587 rushing yards. In terms of scoring, the Roughriders are 3rd in the CFL, averaging 34.0 points per game.
Defensively, the Roughriders rank 3rd, allowing an average of 28.2 points per game. They give up 5.0 yards per carry on the ground and 92.0 rushing yards per game, accumulating a total of 552 rushing yards allowed over six games. In terms of pass defense, they have conceded 1,754 yards, maintaining the top spot in the league. Throughout their last six games, they have allowed 292.3 passing yards per contest and have a completion percentage against of 70.3%. Overall, they rank 6th in the CFL, allowing 384.3 yards per game.
In their last matchup against the Roughriders, the Elks emerged victorious with a score of 36-34. Justin Rankin led the ground attack, making a long run of 9 yards while finishing the game with 39 yards on 12 carries, averaging 3.3 yards per attempt. T.J. Luther dominated the receiving game, securing 157 yards on 10 receptions, averaging 15.7 yards per catch. QB Cody Fajardo posted a stellar performance, completing 25 of 32 passes for 510 yards and four touchdowns, without any interceptions.
Regarding scoring capabilities, the Elks rank 5th in the CFL with an average of 29.0 points per game. They have recorded 2,211 passing yards so far in the season, averaging 315.9 yards per game, which positions them 5th in the league. They also maintain an average of 107.6 rushing yards per game, totaling 753 rushing yards for the season. Overall, the Edmonton Elks average 423.4 yards per game, ranking 4th in the CFL.
The Elks have been solid defensively, allowing 602 rushing yards (86.0 yards per game) with seven rushing touchdowns this season. They currently rank 1st in the CFL by surrendering only 24.6 points per game, totaling 172 points allowed over the season. Through the air, they have given up 11 touchdowns and 288.4 passing yards per game, ranking 4th in the league.
What’s the prediction for tonight’s Parlay?
Expert’s Pick: Opt for Edmonton Elks (-1.5) and the under on 60.5 points
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