Date/Location: Friday, October 4th / BC Place, Vancouver, British Columbia Kickoff Time: 10:00 PM ET, 7:00 PM PT Channel: TSN (Canada), CFL+ (Global)
Odds
Spread: BC Lions -7 (-110), Calgary Stampeders +7 (-110) Moneyline: BC Lions -300, Calgary Stampeders +240 Over/Under: 53 (Over -110, Under -110)
Overview
The Calgary Stampeders (4-9) head to BC Place to face the BC Lions (7-8) in a crucial Week 18 matchup with playoff implications for both teams. The Stampeders are desperately seeking their first road win of the season, while the Lions aim to snap a two-game losing streak and climb back to .500.
BC Lions: Nathan Rourke (QB): 1,363 passing yards, 4 TDs, 7 INTs Justin McInnis (WR): 74 receptions, 1,207 yards, 7 TDs William Stanback (RB): 202 rushes, 1,062 yards, 3 TDs Mathieu Betts (DL): 7 sacks (tied for league lead)
Keys to the Game
1. Stampedersโ road woes: Calgary must overcome their 0-6 road record to keep playoff hopes alive. 2. BCโs run game: The Lions have averaged 130 rushing yards in their last seven games, up from 80 in their first eight. 3. Quarterback play: Both Maier and Rourke need strong performances to lead their teams to victory. 4. Defensive pressure: Calgaryโs Mike Rose and BCโs Mathieu Betts could be game-changers with their pass-rushing abilities.
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Score Prediction
BC Lions 28 โ Calgary Stampeders 14
The BC Lionsโ recent improvement in the run game, coupled with their home-field advantage, gives them a slight edge in what should be a closely contested matchup. Nathan Rourkeโs return to form and the Lionsโ defensive pressure will likely be the deciding factors, but expect the Stampeders to keep it competitive as they fight to keep their playoff hopes alive.
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