Game Details

Date/Location: Friday, October 25, 2024 / Commonwealth Stadium, Edmonton, Alberta
Kickoff Time: 9:30 PM ET, 6:30 PM PT
Channel: TSN (Canada), CFL+ (Global)

Odds

Spread: Argonauts -1 (-110)
Moneyline: Argonauts -115, Elks +105
Over/Under: 49 points

Overview

The Toronto Argonauts (10-7) head west to face the Edmonton Elks (6-11) in the regular season finale for both teams. Toronto has already secured their playoff position and will host the Eastern Semi-Final, while Edmonton looks to end their season on a high note despite missing the playoffs for a fourth straight year. The Argonauts have dominated recent matchups, winning the last four meetings dating back to 2021.

Key Players

Cameron Dukes (QB) – Gets the start after completing 138 of 192 passes for 1,404 yards and 7 TDs this season

Ka’Deem Carey (RB) – Needs just 28 rushing yards to set a new career high, currently at 1,060 yards with 7 TDs

Makai Polk (WR) – Rookie sensation just 98 yards shy of 1,000-yard season (902 yards, 5 TDs)

Eugene Lewis (WR, Elks) – Riding seven-game TD streak, needs 18 yards for third career 1,000-yard season

Tre Ford (QB, Elks) – Looking to cement starting role for 2025 after going 5-4 in last nine starts

Keys to the Game

1. Quarterback Rotation
Toronto plans to split time between Dukes and Nick Arbuckle, managing playing time with playoffs ahead

2. Ground Game Battle
Edmonton features three 500+ yard rushers (Rankin, Leake, Brown) – first in CFL history

3. Defensive Pressure
Argos face league’s best pass protection (28 sacks allowed) while trying to maintain defensive momentum

4. Special Teams Impact
Jack Cassar leads CFL with 22 special teams tackles, could be difference-maker in close game

Injuries

Depth Chart

Score Prediction

Toronto Argonauts 29 – Edmonton Elks 20

The Argonauts’ defensive strength and balanced offensive attack should be enough to edge out a motivated Elks squad in a competitive season finale.