The CFL schedule kicks off Week 3 action tonight as the undefeated Montreal Alouettes visit the Edmonton Elks at Commonwealth Stadium. This marks the first of the CFL games today, featuring two teams heading in opposite directions early in the 2025 season.
Game Overview:
CFL games on June 19th, 2025:
Montreal Alouettes vs Edmonton Elks
Location: Commonwealth Stadium, Edmonton
Date: Thursday, June 19th, 2025
Time: 9:00 PM ET
TV: TSN/RDS, CBS Sports Network
Stream: CFL+
Game Previews:
Montreal Alouettes vs Edmonton Elks:
Key Players:
- Davis Alexander (MTL): QB β Completed 42 of 58 passes for 549 yards and 2 touchdowns through two games
- Austin Mack (MTL): WR β Leading receiver with 10 catches for 154 yards in first two games
- Tre Ford (EDM): QB β Completed 18 of 27 passes for 178 yards, added 54 rushing yards on 6 carries
- Sean Thomas-Erlington (MTL): RB β Rushed for 106 yards on 23 carries through two games
- Justin Rankin (EDM): RB β Dual-threat back with 24 rushing yards and 5 catches for 67 receiving yards
CFL Betting Odds:
Spread: Montreal Alouettes -6
Over/Under: 48
Moneyline: Montreal Alouettes -250, Edmonton Elks +200
CFL Standings:
**East Division:**
Montreal Alouettes: 2-0 (67 PF, 28 PA)
Hamilton Tiger-Cats: 0-2 (49 PF, 66 PA)
Ottawa Redblacks: 0-2 (44 PF, 70 PA)
Toronto Argonauts: 0-2 (29 PF, 57 PA)
**West Division:**
Calgary Stampeders: 2-0 (67 PF, 45 PA)
Saskatchewan Roughriders: 2-0 (59 PF, 49 PA)
Winnipeg Blue Bombers: 1-0 (34 PF, 20 PA)
BC Lions: 1-1 (51 PF, 48 PA)
Edmonton Elks: 0-1 (14 PF, 31 PA)
CFL News:
Montreal enters tonightβs game with a perfect 2-0 record and has been dominant on both sides of the ball, outscoring opponents 67-28. The Alouettes defense has been particularly impressive, allowing just 37 rushing yards per game and 241.5 passing yards per contest. Edmonton is looking to bounce back from their season-opening loss to BC after having a Week 2 bye. Charleston Rambo returns to the Montreal lineup after missing one game for non-injury related reasons, giving quarterback Davis Alexander another weapon in the passing game.
Tonightβs matchup will showcase two contrasting storylines as Montreal looks to extend their perfect start while Edmonton searches for their first victory of the 2025 season. The CFL standings show Montreal tied atop the East Division, while the Elks sit at the bottom of the competitive West Division. CFL betting odds heavily favor the visiting Alouettes, but Edmonton will look to use their home field advantage at Commonwealth Stadium. What are your predictions for tonightβs season opener between these division rivals?