Game Details
Date/Location: Saturday, November 9, 2024 / Princess Auto Stadium, Winnipeg, Manitoba
Kickoff Time: 6:30 PM ET, 3:30 PM PT
Channel: TSN/RDS (Canada), CFL+ (Global)
Odds
Spread: Saskatchewan +3.5 (-110), Winnipeg -3.5 (-110)
Moneyline: Saskatchewan +170, Winnipeg -205
Over/Under: 47.5 (Over -110, Under -110)
Overview
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
Injury Report
Depth Chart
Score Prediction
Winnipeg Blue Bombers 32 - Saskatchewan Roughriders 21