Game Details
Date/Location: Friday, September 20, 2024 / McMahon Stadium, Calgary, Alberta
Kickoff Time: 9:30 PM ET, 7:30 PM MT
Channel: TSN (Canada), CFL+ (Global)

Odds
Spread: Saskatchewan Roughriders -2 (-110), Calgary Stampeders +2 (-110)
Moneyline: Saskatchewan Roughriders -130, Calgary Stampeders +110
Over/Under: 51 (Over -110, Under -110)

Saskatchewan Roughriders Overview

The Saskatchewan Roughriders enter Week 16 looking to snap a seven-game winless streak and create separation in the tight West Division playoff race. Coming off a bye week, the Riders hope the extra rest will jumpstart their struggling offense and help them secure their first post-Labour Day victory since 2021.

Key Players
Trevor Harris (QB)
– 2,072 passing yards, 15 touchdowns, 7 interceptions
– Averaging 300 passing yards in 4 games since returning from injury
– Career 2-11-2 record vs Calgary

Samuel Emilus (WR)
– 70 receptions, 768 yards, 4 touchdowns
– Tied for league lead with 107 targets

Frankie Hickson (RB)
– 392 rushing yards, 1 touchdown
– 4.9 yards per carry average

Bryan Cox Jr. (DL)
– 6 sacks, tied for team lead

Keys to the Game
1. Establish the run game
With newly acquired RB Ryquell Armstead joining the backfield, the Riders must establish a consistent ground attack to take pressure off Harris and open up the passing game.

2. Protect Trevor Harris
Calgary’s defense has 29 sacks on the season. Saskatchewan’s offensive line needs to give Harris time in the pocket to find his playmakers downfield.

3. Contain Jake Maier
The Riders’ secondary will be tested by Calgary’s passing attack. Limiting big plays and forcing turnovers will be crucial.

4. Win the turnover battle
In a close divisional matchup, protecting the football and generating takeaways could be the difference.

Injury Report

Depth Chart

Score Prediction
Saskatchewan Roughriders 22, Calgary Stampeders 14

The Roughriders’ bye week rest and motivation to end their losing streak gives them a slight edge in a closely contested divisional battle. Look for Trevor Harris to have a bounce-back performance, connecting with Samuel Emilus and Shawn Bane Jr. for key plays. Saskatchewan’s league-leading run defense should limit Calgary’s ground game, forcing Jake Maier into obvious passing situations. In a back-and-forth affair, Brett Lauther’s leg proves to be the difference as the Riders escape with a narrow victory to keep their playoff hopes alive.