Game Details
Date/Location: Saturday, October 12th / McMahon Stadium, Calgary, Alberta
Kickoff Time: 3:00 PM ET, 1:00 PM PT
Channel: CTV (Canada), CFL+ (Global)
Odds
Spread: Calgary -2.5 (-110), Edmonton +2.5 (-110)
Moneyline: Calgary -140, Edmonton +120
Over/Under: 48.5 (Over -110, Under -110)
Overview
The Calgary Stampeders (4-10-1) host the Edmonton Elks (5-11) in a pivotal Week 19 matchup with no playoff implications for both teams. Calgary is looking to snap a nine-game losing streak, while Edmonton aims to complete a season sweep of their provincial rivals for the first time since 2004.
Key Players
Matthew Shiltz (QB): Making his first start of the season for Calgary. Completed 4 of 5 passes for 99 yards and a touchdown in relief duty last week.
Reggie Begelton (WR): Six yards shy of his third 1,000-yard season. Has 15 receptions for 241 yards in two games against Edmonton this year.
Dedrick Mills (RB): Leads Calgary with 683 rushing yards and 1 touchdown on 124 carries.
Tre Ford (QB): Expected to start for Edmonton. Has completed 45 of 63 passes for 604 yards, 6 TDs and 3 INTs in limited action this season.
Eugene Lewis (WR): Needs 64 receiving yards for his third 1,000-yard campaign. Has scored a touchdown in six straight games.
Javon Leake (RB): Part of Edmonton's league-leading rushing attack, averaging 119 yards per game.
Keys to the Game
1. Calgary's quarterback play: Matthew Shiltz needs to step up in his first start and provide a spark for the struggling offense.
2. Stop Edmonton's run game: The Stampeders' defense must contain the Elks' potent ground attack led by Leake and Justin Rankin.
3. Pressure Tre Ford: Calgary's pass rush needs to disrupt Ford's rhythm and force him into mistakes.
4. Win the turnover battle: Both teams have struggled with giveaways this season. Protecting the ball will be crucial.
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Score Prediction
Edmonton Elks 20 - Calgary Stampeders 10
The Elks complete the season sweep in a closely contested battle, with their strong run game and Ford's playmaking ability proving to be the difference.