The CFL schedule heats up this weekend with a crucial Western Division matchup. In today’s CFL games, the struggling Edmonton Elks travel to face the surging Saskatchewan Roughriders in a pivotal contest with playoff implications.

Game Overview:

CFL games on August 2nd, 2024:

Edmonton Elks vs Saskatchewan Roughriders
Location: Mosaic Stadium, Regina
Date: Friday, August 2nd, 2024
Time: 9:30 PM ET
TV: TSN, CBS Sports Network
Stream: CFL+

Game Preview:

Edmonton Elks vs Saskatchewan Roughriders:
Key Players:

1. Tre Ford (Edmonton): QB – Threw for 125 yards and 3 TDs in relief last week
2. Dillon Mitchell (Edmonton): WR – Leads team with 423 receiving yards
3. Shea Patterson (Saskatchewan): QB – 994 passing yards and 5 total TDs this season
4. Frankie Hickson (Saskatchewan): RB – 123 rushing yards and a TD last week
5. Samuel Emilus (Saskatchewan): WR – Team-high 442 receiving yards and 2 TDs

CFL Betting Odds:
Spread: Saskatchewan -5
Over/Under: 51
Moneyline: Edmonton +180, Saskatchewan -220

CFL Standings:
West Division:
1. Saskatchewan Roughriders (5-2)
2. BC Lions (5-3)
3. Calgary Stampeders (3-4)
4. Winnipeg Blue Bombers (3-6)
5. Edmonton Elks (0-7)

East Division:
1. Montreal Alouettes (7-1)
2. Ottawa Redblacks (5-2)
3. Toronto Argonauts (4-3)
4. Hamilton Tiger-Cats (2-6)

CFL News:
The Edmonton Elks have made a quarterback change, naming Tre Ford the starter for this week’s game against Saskatchewan. Ford impressed in relief last week, throwing for three touchdowns. The Roughriders are looking to maintain their lead in the West Division and improve their perfect home record to 4-0 this season. Saskatchewan’s run defense continues to dominate, allowing a league-best 48.0 rushing yards per game.

As the CFL scores and CFL standings continue to shape the playoff picture, this matchup could have significant implications in the West. The CFL betting odds favor the home team Roughriders, but can the Elks finally break through for their first win? Share your predictions for this crucial divisional showdown in the comments below!