The Canadian Football League action continues this Friday night with an intriguing cross-divisional matchup. Week 12 of the 2024 CFL schedule kicks off as the Hamilton Tiger-Cats travel to Winnipeg to take on the Blue Bombers.

Game Overview:

CFL games on August 23, 2024:

Hamilton Tiger-Cats vs Winnipeg Blue Bombers
Location: Princess Auto Stadium, Winnipeg
Date: Friday, August 23, 2024
Time: 8:30 PM ET
TV: TSN, RDS, CBS Sports Network (USA)
Stream: CFL+

Game Preview:

Hamilton Tiger-Cats vs Winnipeg Blue Bombers:
Key Players:

1. Bo Levi Mitchell (Hamilton): QB – 2,816 passing yards, 19 TDs this season
2. Brady Oliveira (Winnipeg): RB – Leads CFL with 689 rushing yards
3. Shemar Bridges (Hamilton): WR – 729 receiving yards, 4 TDs
4. Willie Jefferson (Winnipeg): DE – 73 career sacks, now 29th all-time
5. Zach Collaros (Winnipeg): QB – 2,306 passing yards, 5 TDs this season

CFL Betting Odds:
Spread: Winnipeg -9
Over/Under: 49
Moneyline: Hamilton +310, Winnipeg -400

CFL Standings:

East Division:
1. Montreal Alouettes (9-1)
2. Ottawa Redblacks (6-2)
3. Toronto Argonauts (6-4)
4. Hamilton Tiger-Cats (2-8)

West Division:
1. Saskatchewan Roughriders (5-5)
2. BC Lions (5-5)
3. Calgary Stampeders (4-6)
4. Winnipeg Blue Bombers (4-6)
5. Edmonton Elks (3-7)

CFL News:

The Hamilton Tiger-Cats have brought in Chris Jones as senior defensive assistant in hopes of correcting issues that have led to their 2-8 record. Winnipeg’s defense has been dominant recently, allowing only one touchdown in 42 possessions over the last three games. Tiger-Cats running back Ante Litre will play in his 100th career game, while Blue Bombers long snapper Mike Benson reaches the 150 game milestone.

As Week 12 gets underway, CFL fans will be watching closely to see if Hamilton can pull off the road upset or if Winnipeg continues its defensive dominance. With playoff implications on the line, this cross-division showdown could have a major impact on the CFL standings. Be sure to check CFL scores and updated odds as kickoff approaches, and let us know your predictions for this Hamilton vs Winnipeg clash!