Highlights:

• Erik Brooks scored his first career punt return touchdown on an 86-yard return
• Dedrick Mills rushed for 106 yards on 17 carries in his second 100+ yard game of 2025
• Calgary improved to 8-4 while Edmonton fell to 5-7, staying within striking distance of Saskatchewan in the West

Game Recap:

The Calgary Stampeders dominated the Edmonton Elks 28-7 at McMahon Stadium to close out OK Tire Labour Day Weekend, with Erik Brooks providing the game-changing moment on an 86-yard punt return touchdown. Vernon Adams Jr. threw for 162 yards and one touchdown while Dedrick Mills rushed for 106 yards to lead a balanced offensive attack. The victory moved Calgary to 8-4 on the season while Edmonton dropped to 5-7, with both teams set for a rematch on September 6 at Commonwealth Stadium.

Game Highlights Video:

Watch the official CFL game highlights from Calgary’s 28-7 victory over Edmonton, featuring Erik Brooks’ spectacular 86-yard punt return touchdown and all the key plays from McMahon Stadium.

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Calgary Stampeders Performance:

The Stampeders delivered a complete three-phase performance, with contributions from offense, defense, and special teams in their convincing Labour Day Weekend victory.

Top Offensive Players:

• Vernon Adams Jr.: QB – 13/23, 162 yards, 1 TD, 0 INT
• Dedrick Mills: RB – 17 carries, 106 yards, 1 reception, 6 yards
• Clark Barnes: WR – 5 receptions, 62 yards on 7 targets
• Dominique Rhymes: WR – 2 receptions, 41 yards, 1 TD on 5 targets
• Quincy Vaughn: FB – 3 carries, 4 yards, 1 rushing TD

Top Defensive Players:

• Jacob Roberts: LB – 9 tackles, 1 sack
• Micah Teitz: LB – 5 tackles
• Adam Bighill: LB – 4 tackles
• Godfrey Onyeka: DB – 4 tackles, 1 fumble recovery
• Clarence Hicks: DL – 3 tackles, 1 sack

Edmonton Elks Performance:

The Elks struggled to generate consistent offense against Calgary’s defense, managing just seven points despite a solid performance from running back Justin Rankin.

Top Offensive Players:

• Cody Fajardo: QB – 21/33, 255 yards, 0 TD, 0 INT, 6 carries, 44 yards
• Arkell Smith: WR – 7 receptions, 81 yards on 8 targets
• Justin Rankin: RB – 13 carries, 48 yards, 5 receptions, 48 yards
• Kurleigh Gittens Jr.: WR – 3 receptions, 46 yards on 5 targets
• Kaion Julien-Grant: WR – 1 reception, 37 yards on 5 targets

Top Defensive Players:

• Royce Metchie: LB – 7 tackles
• Joel Dublanko: LB – 5 tackles
• Kobe Williams: DB – 4 tackles
• Tyrell Ford: DB – 3 tackles
• Brandon Barlow: LB – 3 tackles

With this result, Calgary remains in second place in the West Division at 8-4, trailing the Saskatchewan Roughriders (10-2) by two games. Edmonton sits fifth in the division at 5-7, keeping their playoff hopes alive but needing to string together wins. The current CFL standings show Saskatchewan leading the West, while Hamilton tops the East Division at 7-5.

Calgary’s balanced attack and opportunistic defense proved too much for Edmonton in this Labour Day Weekend clash. The Stampeders will look to build on this momentum when these teams meet again in six days, while the Elks need to regroup quickly to stay in the playoff picture. The rematch at Commonwealth Stadium promises to be another intense Battle of Alberta.

Can Calgary continue their strong play and close the gap on Saskatchewan in the West Division standings? Will Edmonton bounce back in the rematch at home and keep their playoff hopes alive? What are your thoughts on this game? Share your comments below.