The Saskatchewan Roughriders (9-8) head to Winnipeg for a crucial Western Final matchup against the Blue Bombers (11-7), riding momentum from their impressive 28-19 victory over BC in the Western Semi-Final. The Bombers won the regular season series 2-1, but the Riders’ balanced attack and league-best turnover ratio (+26) make this an intriguing playoff battle.
Key Players
Trevor Harris (QB) 655 yards, 5 TDs in two games vs Winnipeg this season
AJ Ouellette (RB) 70 yards, 2 TDs on 14 carries in Western Semi-Final
Samuel Emilus (WR) 106 receiving yards in Western Semi-Final victory
Rolan Milligan Jr. (DB) 111 total defensive plays, 8 interceptions this season
Malik Carney (DL) Key contributor to league’s top run defence, recorded sack in Semi-Final
Keys to the Game
Contain Brady Oliveira Saskatchewan’s top-ranked run defence must limit Winnipeg’s 1,353-yard rusher
Protect Trevor Harris Offensive line needs to handle Willie Jefferson and Bombers’ pass rush
Win Turnover Battle Maintain momentum from +26 turnover ratio and three interceptions in Semi-Final
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