The Canadian Football League action continues this weekend with two exciting matchups on Saturday, October 19th. As the regular season winds down, teams are jockeying for playoff positioning in both divisions. Let’s preview today’s CFL schedule and games.
Game Overview:
CFL games on October 19, 2024:
Ottawa REDBLACKS vs Toronto Argonauts
Location: BMO Field, Toronto
Date: Saturday, October 19, 2024
Time: 3:00 PM ET
TV: CTV (Canada), CFL+ (US/International)
Stream: CFL+
Montreal Alouettes vs BC Lions
Location: BC Place, Vancouver
Date: Saturday, October 19, 2024
Time: 7:00 PM ET
TV: TSN, RDS (Canada), CFL+ (US/International)
Stream: CFL+
Game Previews:
Ottawa REDBLACKS vs Toronto Argonauts:
Key Players:
1. Justin Hardy (OTT): WR – 90 receptions for 1,241 yards and 4 TDs
2. Chad Kelly (TOR): QB – 2,120 passing yards, 7 TDs, 8 INTs
3. Ka’Deem Carey (TOR): RB – 1,005 rushing yards, 6 TDs
4. Dru Brown (OTT): QB – 3,114 passing yards, 11 TDs, 8 INTs
5. Makai Polk (TOR): WR – 52 receptions for 798 yards and 4 TDs
Montreal Alouettes vs BC Lions:
Key Players:
1. Vernon Adams Jr. (BC): QB – 2,544 passing yards, 14 TDs, 7 INTs
2. William Stanback (BC): RB – 1,147 rushing yards, 3 TDs
3. Cody Fajardo (MTL): QB – Returning from absence
4. Justin McInnis (BC): WR – 85 receptions for 1,363 yards and 7 TDs
5. Austin Mack (MTL): WR – Out with ankle injury
CFL Betting Odds:
Ottawa REDBLACKS vs Toronto Argonauts
Spread: Toronto -2
Over/Under: 49
Moneyline: Ottawa +110, Toronto -130
Montreal Alouettes vs BC Lions
Spread: Montreal -1
Over/Under: 47
Moneyline: Montreal -115, BC +105
CFL Standings:
East Division:
1. Montreal Alouettes (12-3)
2. Toronto Argonauts (9-7)
3. Ottawa REDBLACKS (8-7)
4. Hamilton Tiger-Cats (7-10)
West Division:
1. Winnipeg Blue Bombers (10-7)
2. Saskatchewan Roughriders (9-7)
3. BC Lions (8-9)
4. Edmonton Elks (6-11)
5. Calgary Stampeders (4-12)
CFL News:
The Toronto Argonauts are looking to secure second place in the East Division with a win over Ottawa. The REDBLACKS need a victory to keep their hopes alive for hosting the Eastern Semi-Final. In the West, BC is making a quarterback change, giving Vernon Adams Jr. the start against his former team. Montreal has already clinched first in the East but is aiming to maintain momentum heading into the playoffs.
As the 2024 CFL regular season nears its end, these games have significant playoff implications. Fans can expect intense battles as teams fight for positioning in the CFL standings. With exciting matchups and close betting odds, it’s anyone’s guess how today’s CFL scores will shake out. What are your predictions for these crucial late-season games?
