Highlights:

• Edmonton’s Mcleod Bethel-Thompson throws for 486 yards and 3 touchdowns
• Tevin Jones catches 5 passes for 208 yards and 2 touchdowns for the Elks
• Edmonton improves to 4-8 while Calgary falls to 4-7 in the West Division

Game Recap:
The Edmonton Elks put on an offensive clinic in Calgary, defeating the Stampeders 35-20 in a crucial West Division matchup. Quarterback Mcleod Bethel-Thompson led the way with 486 passing yards and 3 touchdowns as the Elks improved to 4-8 on the season. The loss drops Calgary to 4-7, putting them in last place in the West.

Game Highlights Video:

Watch the full game highlights above to catch all the key plays from Edmonton vs Calgary.

Edmonton Elks Performance:

The Elks’ offense was firing on all cylinders, racking up over 500 total yards against a typically stout Stampeders defense. Bethel-Thompson spread the ball around effectively, with three receivers going over 100 yards.

Top Offensive Players:
• Mcleod Bethel-Thompson: QB – 25/36, 486 yards, 3 TD, 0 INT
• Tevin Jones: WR – 5 receptions, 208 yards, 2 TD
• Eugene Lewis: WR – 6 receptions, 112 yards, 1 TD
• Kurleigh Gittens Jr.: WR – 7 receptions, 115 yards
• Javon Leake: RB – 10 carries, 53 yards, 1 reception, 3 yards

Top Defensive Players:
• Derrick Moncrief: LB – 7 tackles
• Nick Anderson: LB – 6 tackles
• Nyles Morgan: LB – 5 tackles
• Devodric Bynum: DB – 3 tackles, 2 interceptions
• Loucheiz Purifoy: DB – 1 tackle, 2 interceptions

Calgary Stampeders Performance:

The Stampeders struggled to keep pace with Edmonton’s high-powered attack, turning the ball over 4 times and failing to generate consistent offense.

Top Offensive Players:
• Jake Maier: QB – 22/34, 297 yards, 1 TD, 4 INT
• Reggie Begelton: WR – 7 receptions, 118 yards
• Jalen Philpot: WR – 5 receptions, 75 yards
• Kylin Hill: RB – 6 carries, 21 yards, 5 receptions, 68 yards, 1 TD
• Ishmael Hyman: WR – 4 receptions, 42 yards

Top Defensive Players:
• Branden Dozier: DB – 7 tackles
• Benjamin Labrosse: DB – 5 tackles
• Demerio Houston: DB – 5 tackles
• Kobe Williams: DB – 5 tackles
• Cameron Judge: LB – 5 tackles

This game had significant implications for the CFL standings, particularly in the West Division. With the win, Edmonton (4-8) moves out of last place, while Calgary (4-7) now occupies the basement. The BC Lions and Winnipeg Blue Bombers continue to lead the West at 6-6, with the Saskatchewan Roughriders close behind at 5-6.

In the East Division, the Montreal Alouettes remain in control with a 10-1 record, followed by the Ottawa Redblacks at 7-3 and the Toronto Argonauts at 6-5. The Hamilton Tiger-Cats round out the East at 3-9.

Edmonton’s offensive explosion in this game could be a turning point for their season as they look to climb back into playoff contention. For Calgary, this loss raises serious questions about their defense and quarterback Jake Maier’s decision-making.

Can the Elks build on this impressive road victory?