Game Details
Date/Location: Friday, August 15 / Commonwealth Stadium, Edmonton, Alberta
Kickoff Time: 9:00 p.m. ET, 6:00 p.m. PT
Channel: TSN, CFL+
Odds
Spread: Edmonton Elks -3 (-110), Toronto Argonauts +3 (-110)
Moneyline: Edmonton Elks -150, Toronto Argonauts +130
Over/Under: 53 (Over -110, Under -110)
Overview
The Edmonton Elks host the struggling Toronto Argonauts in a crucial Week 11 matchup between two teams desperate for momentum. Both clubs sit near the bottom of their respective divisions with identical 2-6 and 2-7 records. The Elks are coming off a morale-boosting victory over Montreal, while the defending Grey Cup champion Argonauts continue to search for answers in a disappointing 2025 campaign.
Key Players
Cody Fajardo (QB) - Leads the CFL with a 76.6% completion rate, throwing for 999 yards with 6 TDs and 1 interception while adding 4 rushing touchdowns
Justin Rankin (RB) - Edmonton's offensive workhorse with 308 rushing yards on 61 carries and 28 receptions for 340 yards and 4 total touchdowns
Kaion Julien-Grant (WR) - The Elks' top receiving threat with 21 catches for 346 yards and 5 touchdowns
Nick Arbuckle (QB) - Toronto's field general has completed 226 of 318 passes for 2,651 yards and 16 touchdowns
Damonte Coxie (WR) - The Argonauts' primary target leads the league with 10 receptions of 30+ yards, totaling 794 receiving yards and 6 touchdowns
Keys to the Game
Edmonton's Ground Attack - The Elks rank second in the CFL averaging 5.2 yards per rush and need Rankin and Javon Leake to establish early control
Toronto's Pass Protection - The Argonauts must protect Arbuckle against an Edmonton pass rush that has been opportunistic
Special Teams Battle - Both teams have struggled in coverage, with Toronto allowing a league-high 11 big plays on special teams including four return touchdowns
Injury Report
Depth Chart
Score Predictions
Edmonton Elks 28 - Toronto Argonauts 25