The Canadian Football League action continues this weekend with an intriguing matchup on the Saturday night schedule. CFL fans looking for games today will be treated to a clash between the Hamilton Tiger-Cats and Edmonton Elks at Tim Hortons Field.
Game Overview:
CFL games on August 17, 2024:
Hamilton Tiger-Cats vs Edmonton Elks
Location: Tim Hortons Field, Hamilton
Date: Saturday, August 17, 2024
Time: 7:00 PM ET
TV: TSN, RDS
Stream: CFL+
Game Preview:
Hamilton Tiger-Cats vs Edmonton Elks:
Key Players:
1. Taylor Powell (Hamilton): QB – 370 passing yards and 2 TDs in relief last week
2. Shemar Bridges (Hamilton): WR – League-leading 629 receiving yards
3. McLeod Bethel-Thompson (Edmonton): QB – Starting in place of injured Tre Ford
4. Javon Leake (Edmonton): RB – Averaging 7 yards per carry
5. Tevin Jones (Edmonton): WR – Back-to-back 123-yard receiving games
CFL Betting Odds:
Spread: Edmonton -2
Over/Under: 53
Moneyline: Edmonton -130, Hamilton +110
CFL Standings:
East Division
1. Montreal Alouettes (9-1)
2. Ottawa Redblacks (6-2)
3. Toronto Argonauts (5-4)
4. Hamilton Tiger-Cats (2-7)
West Division
1. Saskatchewan Roughriders (5-4)
2. BC Lions (5-4)
3. Calgary Stampeders (4-6)
4. Winnipeg Blue Bombers (3-6)
5. Edmonton Elks (2-7)
CFL News:
The Hamilton Tiger-Cats have made a quarterback change, with Taylor Powell taking over for Bo Levi Mitchell. Powell impressed in relief last week, throwing for 319 yards and two touchdowns against Montreal. Edmonton will be without starting quarterback Tre Ford due to injury, turning to veteran McLeod Bethel-Thompson. The Elks are riding a two-game winning streak and looking for their first three-game win streak since 2018.
As the CFL season approaches its midway point, this matchup could have significant implications for both teams’ playoff hopes. The Tiger-Cats are desperate to climb out of the East Division cellar, while the Elks aim to continue their recent surge. With key players stepping into new roles, CFL fans should keep a close eye on the CFL scores and CFL standings as this game unfolds. Who do you think will come out on top in this crucial contest?
