Game Details

Date/Location: Saturday, October 5, 2024 / Commonwealth Stadium, Edmonton, Alberta
Kickoff Time: 7:00 PM ET, 5:00 PM MT
Channel: TSN (Canada), CFL+ (Global)

Odds

Spread: Saskatchewan Roughriders -2 (-110), Edmonton Elks +2 (-110)
Moneyline: Saskatchewan Roughriders -130, Edmonton Elks +110
Over/Under: 50 (Over -110, Under -110)

Saskatchewan Roughriders Overview

The Saskatchewan Roughriders enter Week 18 riding a two-game winning streak after victories over Calgary and Ottawa. At 7-7, they currently sit in second place in the West Division and are in the thick of the playoff race. A win against Edmonton, combined with losses by Calgary and Hamilton, would clinch a playoff berth for Saskatchewan after a two-year absence.

Key Players

Trevor Harris (QB)
Harris has been a steady presence under center, throwing for 2,635 yards with 16 touchdowns and 7 interceptions on the season. He’s surpassed 300 passing yards in five games, including last week’s 315-yard performance against Ottawa.

Samuel Emilus (WR)
The Riders’ leading receiver has amassed 844 yards on the season, providing a reliable target for Harris in the passing game.

KeeSean Johnson (WR)
The rookie has emerged as a key playmaker, recording 585 receiving yards with 207 yards after the catch.

Rolan Milligan Jr. (DB)
Milligan leads the CFL with 7 interceptions and 19 special teams tackles, anchoring Saskatchewan’s secondary.

Keys to the Game

Establish the run game
With Ryquell Armstead out, Frankie Hickson will need to step up and provide balance to the offense against Edmonton’s 5th-ranked run defense.

Pressure McLeod Bethel-Thompson
The Riders’ pass rush, led by Bryan Cox and Micah Johnson (13 combined sacks), must disrupt Edmonton’s passing attack.

Protect Trevor Harris
Saskatchewan’s offensive line needs to give Harris time to find his receivers against an Edmonton secondary allowing a league-worst 310.1 passing yards per game.

Win the turnover battle
The Roughriders lead the CFL with 24% of their points coming off turnovers. Continuing this trend will be crucial on the road.

Injury Report

Depth Chart

Score Prediction

Saskatchewan Roughriders 23 – Edmonton Elks 27

The Roughriders’ balanced offensive attack and opportunistic defense should be enough to edge out a close victory on the road. Trevor Harris continues his strong play, while the Saskatchewan defense forces a key late turnover to seal the win and move one step closer to clinching a playoff spot.