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111th Grey Cup: Toronto Argonauts vs. Winnipeg Blue Bombers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Toronto Argonauts vs. Winnipeg Blue Bombers Grey Cup odds and lines, with expert CFL picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Toronto Argonauts and Winnipeg Blue Bombers meet in the 111th Grey Cup Sunday. Kickoff from BC Place in Vancouver is scheduled for 6 p.m. ET (CBS Sports Network / TSN). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Argonauts vs. Blue Bombers odds, and make our expert CFL picks and predictions.

The Argonauts have won 6 of their last 8 games to get to the Grey Cup, and their 2 losses were by a combined 3 points. They routed the Ottawa Redblacks 58-38 in the East semifinal and then sneaked by the Montreal Alouettes — the winners of last year’s Grey Cup — 30-28 in the East final, pushing as 2-point favorites.

The Blue Bombers are in their fifth consecutive Grey Cup, but have lost the last 2. They began the season 0-4, then 2-6, but have since won 10 of 11 games. They finished at the top of the West division and beat the Saskatchewan Roughriders 38-22 in the West final, covering as 3-point favorites.

Winnipeg’s only 2 losses in its last 12 games have been to Toronto, 16-14 in OT in Week 8 and 14-11 in Week 19.

Argonauts vs. Blue Bombers odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 1:50 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Argonauts +350 (bet $100 to win $350) | Blue Bombers -450 (bet $450 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Argonauts +9.5 (-110) | Blue Bombers -9.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 50.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Argonauts vs. Blue Bombers key injuries

Argonauts

QB Chad Kelly (leg) out

Blue Bombers

WR Nic Demski (ankle) questionable
DB Noah Hallett (knee) questionable
DB Jake Kelly (knee) out
WR Drew Wolitarsky (ribs) questionable
DL Jamal Woods (knee) questionable

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Argonauts vs. Blue Bombers picks and predictions

Prediction

Blue Bombers 31, Argonauts 19

Moneyline

Toronto will be without Kelly, its starting QB, so QB Nick Arbuckle will get the nod against Blue Bombers QB Zach Collaros, who has been part of 3 Grey Cup championships and has won Most Outstanding Player twice.

But Toronto held Winnipeg to 25 total points in 2 wins this season.

The Argonauts have beaten the Blue Bombers in all 7 Grey Cup matchups historically.

But between Winnipeg’s No. 1 defense and Toronto playing without Kelly, the Blue Bombers should win the Cup.

But -450 odds are not worth betting.

PASS.

Against the spread

Despite the Blue Bombers being heavy favorites, even with Kelly out, Toronto’s defense held the Blue Bombers in check this season. The 2 regular-season meetings were the fewest points that Toronto had allowed to an opponent. But since its 14-11 win at the Blue Bombers Oct. 11, it has allowed 28 or more points in 4 straight games.

BET BLUE BOMBERS -9.5 (-110).

Over/Under

The 2 previous matchups combined for 55 total points.

The Over has hit in both of Toronto’s playoff games, as well as in the West final for Winnipeg.

But while Winnipeg will see its offense do well, Toronto will struggle enough against the No. 1 defense in points allowed.

BET UNDER 51.5 (-105).

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Grey Cup first look: Toronto Argonauts vs. Winnipeg Blue Bombers odds and lines

Looking at the Grey Cup Toronto Argonauts vs. Winnipeg Blue Bombers CFL odds, lines and trends. Here’s what you need to know.

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The Toronto Argonauts (12-8) meet the Winnipeg Blue Bombers (12-7) in the 111th Grey Cup Sunday, Nov. 17. Kickoff from BC Place in Vancouver is scheduled for 6 p.m. ET (CBS Sports Network/TSN/CFL+). Below, we look at Argonauts vs. Blue Bombers odds from BetMGM Sportsbook’s CFL odds before making our expert CFL picks and predictions before the big game.

The Argonauts went on the road and topped the Montreal Alouettes 30-28 in the East Division Final Saturday, exacting a little revenge after losing to the Als in the playoffs last season. Toronto was a 2-point underdog and the Over (53) cashed.

However, the win came with a huge price as QB Chad Kelly suffered a broken ankle. That means QB Nick Arbuckle will be called upon to start the Grey Cup.

The Blue Bombers won 38-22 as 3-point home favorites in the West Final against the Saskatchewan Roughriders Saturday with the Over (48) hitting. QB Zach Collaros went for 301 passing yards with 4 touchdowns, while RB Brady Oliveira ran for 119 yards and a score. Meanwhile, WR Kenny Lawler went off with 6 receptions, 177 yards and 3 TDs.

After a 2-6 start to the season, which included losses in their first 4 games, no one would have expected the Blue Bombers to be playing for the Cup this November. But they ran off 8 straight victories on their way to closing the regular season 9-1.

Toronto and Winnipeg met for the 109th Grey Cup in a game played at Mosaic Stadium in Regina, Saskatchewan on Nov. 20, 2022. The Argos edged the Bombers 24-23 in that one.

Toronto has won its past 7 Grey Cup appearances dating back to 1991. The Argonauts’ last loss in the championship game was in 1987. Ironically, that game was played at BC Place against the then-named Edmonton Eskimos.

The Blue Bombers will play in a fifth consecutive Grey Cup. They lost the last two, falling to Montreal 28-24 last season and the aforementioned 2022 loss to the Argonauts. Toronto won in 2021 and 2019 — there was on Cup in 2020 due to COVID — with both wins coming against the Hamilton Tiger-Cats.

Winnipeg has the most Grey Cup appearances with 30, but it is 12-18, according to the Blue Bombers media guide. Toronto is next with 24 appearances and has won a CFL-record 18 titles.

Argonauts vs. Blue Bombers odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Sunday, Nov. 10, at 1:11 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Argonauts +260 (bet $100 to win $260) | Blue Bombers -350 (bet $350 to win $100)
Against the spread: Argonauts +7 (+100) | Blue Bombers -7 (-120)
Over/Under (O/U): 49.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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2024 betting stats

ML: Argonauts 12-8 | Blue Bombers 12-7
ATS: Argonauts 11-9 | Blue Bombers 9-10
O/U: Argonauts 14-6 | Blue Bombers 5-14

Argonauts vs. Blue Bombers head-to-head

According to Winnipeg’s media guide, Toronto leads the all-time series 75-65-2. The Argonauts are 11-4 vs. the Blue Bombers in the postseason, including a perfect 7-0 in the Grey Cup.

Toronto swept both games vs. Winnipeg this regular season. The Argonauts needed overtime to pull off a 16-14 victory at home as 1.5-point favorites in Week 8 (July 27), and covered as 4-point underdogs in a 14-11 road victory in Week 19 (Oct. 11). Both games cashed Under tickets with O/U lines of 50.5.

They split the last 10 meetings straight up and against the spread, while the Over is 6-4.

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West final: Saskatchewan Roughriders at Winnipeg Blue Bombers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Saskatchewan Roughriders at Winnipeg Blue Bombers odds and lines, with expert CFL picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Saskatchewan Roughriders face the Winnipeg Blue Bombers in the West final Saturday. Kickoff from Princess Auto Stadium is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. ET (CFL+ / TSN). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Roughriders vs. Blue Bombers odds, and make our expert CFL picks and predictions.

The Roughriders went 9-8-1 in the regular season, winning 4 of their final 5 games. In the West semifinal Nov. 2, they beat the BC Lions at home, 28-19, picking off Lions QB Vernon Adams Jr. 3 times, covering as 4.5-point favorites.

Winnipeg finished in first place in the West, going 11-7 and earning an opening-round playoff bye. Starting out 0-4, it won 9 of its last 10 games, closing the season out Oct. 26 with a 28-27 road win over the Montreal Alouettes, failing to cover as a 7.5-point favorite.

Roughriders at Blue Bombers odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:05 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Roughriders +180 (bet $100 to win $180) | Blue Bombers -225 (bet $225 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Roughriders +4.5 (-115) | Blue Bombers -4.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 47.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Roughriders at Blue Bombers key injuries

Roughriders

WR Shawn Bane Jr. (knee) out
DB Jaxon Ford (knee) out
RB Frankie Hickson (head) out
WR Dohnte Meyers (shoulder) out
DL Lake Korte-Moore (knee) out
OL Trevor Reid (knee) out
WR Joe Robustelli (shoulder) out

Blue Bombers

DB Brandon Alexander (hand) questionable
LB Kyrie Wilson (calf) questionable
DL Jamal Woods (knee) questionable

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Roughriders at Blue Bombers picks and predictions

Prediction

Blue Bombers 29, Roughriders 23

Moneyline

The Roughriders won the July 19 meeting, 19-9 at home, but the Blue Bombers swept a 2-game home-and-home series in September (35-33 in Regina Sept. 1 and 26-21 in Winnipeg Sept. 7).

Winnipeg has won 8 of the last 10 meetings and was the hottest team in the league over the final 10 weeks.

The Blue Bombers went 6-3 at home, winning 6 in a row in Winnipeg. The Roughriders went 4-4-1 on the road this season.

Winnipeg should make it back to the Grey Cup with a win, but -225 odds aren’t worth the action.

PASS.

Against the spread

The outright winner of all 3 meetings covered the spread.

Winnipeg covered the spread in 8 of its 11 wins this season. Seven of those wins were by 5 or more points.

Saskatchewan covered the spread only once in a loss all season.

BET BLUE BOMBERS -4.5 (-105).

Over/Under

Their last meeting had 47 total points, coming in Under the 47.5-point projection, but the previous week, they combined for 68.

Ten of 19 games for the Roughriders hit the Over. Only 4 of 18 for Winnipeg had the Over cash in.

The Blue Bombers scored 26 or more in 7 of their final 8 games, averaging 29.9 points per game.

After their Sept. 7 loss to the Blue Bombers, the Roughriders have scored 28 or more points in 5 of 6 games.

BET OVER 47.5 (-115).

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East final: Toronto Argonauts at Montreal Alouettes odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Toronto Argonauts at Montreal Alouettes odds and lines, with expert CFL picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Toronto Argonauts and the defending Grey Cup champion Montreal Alouettes meet in the East final Saturday. Kickoff from Percival-Molson Memorial Stadium is scheduled for 3 p.m. ET (CFL+ / TSN). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Argonauts vs. Alouettes odds, and make our expert CFL picks and predictions.

The Argonauts are coming off a 58-38 win as 6.5-point favorites over the visiting Ottawa Redblacks in the East semifinal Nov. 2 with the Over (53) hitting. QB Chad Kelly was 18-of-20 passing for 358 yards with 4 TDs while rushing for another.

Toronto went 10-8 in the regular season. Once Kelly rejoined the team in Week 12 — after serving a 9-game suspension — the Argonauts went 5-4 against the spread (ATS) and 6-3 Over/Under (O/U). Kelly finished with 10 passing TDs and 8 INTs in 9 regular-season games.

The Alouettes finished first in the division with a 12-5-1 regular-season record. Before they clinched an opening-round playoff bye in Week 17, they were 8-6 ATS and 6-8 O/U. QB Cody Fajardo threw 16 TDs and 7 INTs in 14 games in the regular season.

The Argonauts went 2-1 straight up/ATS against the Alouettes this season, with the O/U also going 2-1. In the most recent meeting Sept. 28 — after Montreal had already clinched first in the East — Toronto won 37-31 as a 2-point home underdog while the Over (51.5) cashed.

In last year’s East final, Montreal upset Toronto 38-17 as a 10.5-point road underdog with the Over (51.5) hitting. The Alouettes recorded 9 turnovers, including 4 INTs by Kelly.

Argonauts at Alouettes odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Friday at 3:55 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Argonauts +100 (bet $100 to win $100) | Alouettes -120 (bet $120 to win $100)
Against the spread: Argonauts +2.5 (-110) | Alouettes -2.5 (-110)
Over/Under: 52.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Argonauts at Alouettes key injuries

Argonauts

OL Isiah Cage (hip) out
WR Damonte Coxie (knee) questionable
DB Jamie Harry (hip) out
LB Jonathan Jones (hamstring) out
DB Robert Priester (shoulder) out
WR Richie Sindani (rib) out

Alouettes

OL Joshua Donovan (knee) out
DL Mustafa Johnson (knee) out
DB Tysen Otis-Copeland (abdominals) out

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Argonauts at Alouettes picks and predictions

Prediction

Argonauts 33, Alouettes 27

Moneyline

The Argonauts are 4-1 straight up and 5-0 ATS in their last 5 games, and the 1 loss was a 31-30 setback in OT at the Edmonton Elks Oct. 25 while resting multiple key starters.

The Alouettes have been cruising over the last 4 games, going 1-3 straight up, after clinching first in the East so early into the season. It’ll be too hard for them to ramp up the intensity all of a sudden, especially against an Argos team that they embarrassed in the East final last season.

BET ARGONAUTS (+100).

Against the spread

Taking 2.5 isn’t worth it when you can play the Argonauts straight up at plus money. If this number hits 3 at any point, then that’s a different story.

At 2.5, PASS. Bet the ML and/or total instead.

Over/Under

The Over has hit in 3 straight Argonauts games, with Toronto putting up 30 or more points in each outing. The Argonauts are 5-1 O/U in their last 6 games and have scored 30 or more in 6 of their last 7.

The Over has cashed in 3 of the last 4 meetings between these teams. With Toronto coming off a 58-point outing in the East semifinal, I want no part of betting the Under in this spot.

BET OVER 52.5 (-110).

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West semifinal: BC Lions at Saskatchewan Roughriders odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s BC Lions at Saskatchewan Roughriders West semifinal odds and lines, with expert CFL picks, predictions and best bets.

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The BC Lions and Saskatchewan Roughriders meet in the West semifinal Saturday at Mosaic Stadium. Kickoff is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. ET (CFL+ / TSN). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Lions vs. Roughriders odds, and make our expert CFL picks and predictions.

BC (9-9) closed out the regular season winning 2 out of 3 games. Its last game was a 27-3 home win over the Montreal Alouettes Oct. 19 as a 3-point favorite.

The Roughriders (9-8-1) closed out the regular season Oct. 26 with a 27-12 setback to the visiting Calgary Stampeders as 5-point favorites. The loss snapped a 4-game winning streak for Saskatchewan.

These teams split the season series 1-1, with the home team winning straight up and against the spread (ATS) in each meeting. In their most recent meeting Oct. 12, the Roughriders won 39-8 as 2.5-point home favorites.

Lions at Roughriders odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 9:25 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Lions +145 (bet $100 to win $145) | Roughriders -175 (bet $175 to win $100)
Against the spread: Lions +3.5 (-110) | Roughriders -3.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 50.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Lions at Roughriders key injuries

Lions

DL Francis Bemiy Jr. (hamstring) out
DL Nathan Cherry (knee) out
LB Ayinde Eley (back) questionable
DB Ciante Evans (non-injury related) out
OL David Knevel (ankle) out
DL Marcus Moore (ankle) out
OL Chris Schleuger (healthy scratch) out

Roughriders

WR Shawn Bane Jr. (knee) out
RB Frankie Hickson (head) out
DL Lake Korte-Moore (knee) out
WR Joe Robustelli (shoulder) out
OL Ryan Sceviour (elbow) questionable

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Lions at Roughriders picks and predictions

Prediction

Roughriders 27, Lions 21

Moneyline

The Roughriders (-175) were not great at home this season at 5-4, but the Lions were 3-6 on the road and lost 5 of their last 6 away from home.

The last 5 meetings have been won by the home team.

The Roughriders won 4 of their final 5 games.

Expect the home team to advance, but you get better value from the spread.

PASS.

Against the spread

The Roughriders beat the Lions by 31 points Oct. 12.

BC was 8-10 ATS on the season, and the Roughriders were 11-7 ATS.

The Roughriders covered the spread in every win this season.

BET ROUGHRIDERS -3.5 (-110).

Over/Under

The Oct. 12 meeting had 47 total points, but the previous 3 meetings had 55 or more.

Three of the Roughriders’ last 4 games have finished below this game’s projected total.

Thr Lions’ last 3 games and 4 of their last 5 have stayed under this game’s projection.

BET UNDER 51.5 (-110).

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East semifinal: Ottawa Redblacks at Toronto Argonauts odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Ottawa Redblacks at Toronto Argonauts East semifinal odds and lines, with expert CFL picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Ottawa Redblacks and Toronto Argonauts open the 2024 CFL playoffs when they meet at BMO Field for the East semifinal Saturday. Kickoff is scheduled for 3 p.m. ET (CFL+ / TSN). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Redblacks vs. Argonauts odds, and make our expert CFL picks and predictions.

Ottawa (9-8-1) ended the regular season with a win after losing 5 straight games. They closed the regular season with a 37-31 home win over the Hamilton Tiger-Cats as 3-point underdogs Oct. 25.

Toronto (10-8) closed out the regular season with a 31-30 OT loss at the Edmonton Elks as 4.5-point underdogs Oct. 25, snapping a 3-game winning streak.

These teams split their 2 regular-season games, with the home team winning straight up and against the spread (ATS) in each meeting. In their most recent meeting Oct. 19, Toronto covered as a 5.5-point home favorite in a 38-31 win.

Redblacks at Argonauts odds

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Moneyline (ML): Redblacks +240 (bet $100 to win $240) | Argonauts -300 (bet $300 to win $100)
Against the spread: Redblacks +6.5 (-115) | Argonauts -6.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 51.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Redblacks at Argonauts key injuries

Redblacks

DB Alonzo Addae (knee) out
LB Lucas Cormier (hand) questionable
DB Ty Cranston (neck) out
FB Marco Dubois (shoulder) out
OL Cyrille Hogan-Saindon (elbow) out

Argonauts

OL Isiah Cage (hip) out
WR Damonte Coxie (knee) doubtful
LB Jonathan Jones (hamstring) out
DB Robert Priester (shoulder) out
WR Richie Sindani (rib) out
LB Fraser Sopik (hand) out

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Redblacks at Argonauts picks and predictions

Prediction

Argonauts 34, Redblacks 25

Moneyline

The Redblacks lost their last 5 road games and finished 2-7 away from home, including a 7-point loss to Toronto. They lost 5 of their last 6 games, averaging 18.4 points during the 5-game skid.

The Argonauts (-300) closed the season winning 4 of 6 games and scoring 30 or more points in 5 of their final 6.

They have beaten Ottawa in 6 of the last 7 meetings.

Expect the Argonauts to advance, but -300 odds are too expensive to consider as a single bet.

PASS.

Against the spread

The Argonauts beat the Redblacks by 7 points at home 2 weeks ago. They covered the spread in 8 of their 10 wins.

They are 6-1 ATS in their last 7 meetings with Ottawa.

The Redblacks did not cover the spread in a loss this season.

BET ARGONAUTS -6.5 (-115).

Over/Under

The Over hit in both meetings this season with totals of 68 and 69 points.

Four of the last 5 games for Toronto had totals higher than 51, and Ottawa’s last 2 games did as well.

BET OVER 51.5 (-115).

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Calgary Stampeders at Saskatchewan Roughriders odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Calgary Stampeders at Saskatchewan Roughriders Week 21 odds and lines, with expert CFL picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Calgary Stampeders (4-12-1) and Saskatchewan Roughriders (9-7-1) meet for a Week 21 matchup Saturday at Mosaic Stadium in Regina. Kickoff is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (TSN / CFL+). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Stampeders vs. Roughriders odds, and make our expert CFL picks and predictions.

The Stampeders were unable to qualify for the postseason, so this will be the final game of their season. Calgary was crushed 42-20 at Hamilton last week, and the Stamps are 0-8-1 straight up (SU) while going 1-8 against the spread (ATS) during the 9-game span.

The losing skid includes a 37-29 win by Saskatchewan in Calgary back in Week 16, covering as a 3-point favorite as the Over (49) connected.

The Roughriders have won 4 in a row, while also covering each of those games. Saskatchewan has scored 28 or more points in 4 straight games, too.

Stampeders at Roughriders odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 11:11 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Stampeders +165 (bet $100 to win $165) | Roughriders -200 (bet $200 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Stampeders +3.5 (-105) | Roughriders -3.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 49.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Stampeders at Roughriders key injuries

Stampeders

DB Daniel Amoako (knee) out
WR Erik Brooks (arm) out
WR Ishmael Hyman (calf) out
QB Matt Shiltz (neck) out
WR Cole Tucker (hamstring) out
LB Darius Williams (wrist) out

Roughriders

RB Ryquell Armstead (shoulder) out
LB Adam Auclair (knee) questionable
WR Shawn Bane Jr. (knee) out
DL Malik Carney (ankle) questionable
OL Peter Godber (ankle) out
DL Lake Korte-Moore (knee) out
LB Melique Straker (hip) out

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Stampeders at Roughriders picks and predictions

Prediction

Roughriders 32, Stampeders 19

Moneyline

The Roughriders (-200) will cost you 2 times your potential return, and that’s just a little too expensive for a standalone wager. If you were to toss this into a multi-leg parlay, that would mitigate the risk somewhat.

PASS.

Against the spread

SASKATCHEWAN -3.5 (-115) is worth a look as they close out the regular season.

Calgary +3.5 (-105) has posted an 0-8-1 SU record and 1-8 ATS mark in the past 9 games since Aug. 4, including an 8-point loss to Saskatchewan Sept. 20.

On the flip side, the Roughriders have covered 4 in a row, using their high-powered offense to get the job done.

Over/Under

OVER 49.5 (-105) is the lean, but go with a half-unit play at the most.

In this series, the Over has cashed in 3 of the past 4 meetings, while the Over has connected in the past 3 meetings at Mosaic Stadium.

The Stampeders have cashed the Over in 7 of the past 10 games, including the Week 16 meeting in Calgary.

For Saskatchewan, the Under and Over have alternated in each of the past 11 outings, so tread lightly.

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Winnipeg Blue Bombers at Montreal Alouettes odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Winnipeg Blue Bombers at Montreal Alouettes Week 21 odds and lines, with expert CFL picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Winnipeg Blue Bombers (10-7) and Montreal Alouettes (12-4-1) wrap up their regular seasons Saturday. Kickoff from Percival Molson Memorial Stadium is scheduled for 3 p.m. ET (TSN / CFL+). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Blue Bombers vs. Alouettes odds, and make our expert CFL picks and predictions.

The Blue Bombers were idle last week. Before their week off, they had their 8-game winning streak snapped in a 14-11 home loss to the Toronto Argonauts Oct. 11 as 4-point favorites. They have clinched a playoff berth and lead the Saskatchewan Roughriders by a half-game in the West Division.

The Alouettes have clinched the East Division, but are 2-3-1 in their last 6 games. They were 3-point road underdogs against the BC Lions Oct. 19 and lost 27-3.

These teams last played June 6 in Winnipeg. Montreal won 27-12 as a 7.5-point underdog.

Blue Bombers at Alouettes odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:50 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Blue Bombers -350 (bet $350 to win $100) | Alouettes +260 (bet $100 to win $260)
Against the spread (ATS): Blue Bombers -7.5 (-110) | Alouettes +7.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 45.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Blue Bombers at Alouettes key injuries

Blue Bombers

DB Brandon Alexander (hand) out
LB Michael Ayers (hip) questionable
FB Bailey Feltmate (ankle) questionable
DB Michael Griffin (calf) questionable
DB Deatrick Nichols (illness) questionable
OL Gabe Wallace (knee) questionable
WR Lucky Whitehead (ankle) questionable

Alouettes

DL Isaac Adeyemi-Berglund (quad) doubtful
DB Tysen-Otis Copeland (abdominals) out
K David Cote (quad) out
OL Joshua Donovan (knee) out
DL Mustafa Johnson (knee) out
CB Cre’Von LeBlanc (hand) out
OL Kristian Matte (hand) out

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Blue Bombers at Alouettes picks and predictions

Prediction

Blue Bombers 24, Alouettes 20

Moneyline

Winnipeg, the loss 2 weeks ago aside, is rested and the much hotter team between the 2, winning 8 of its last 9 games.

The Alouettes have only 2 wins in their last 6 games. They have failed to score 20 points in 3 of their last 5 games.

Winnipeg should get the win, but as heavy favorites, the -350 odds make any moneyline bet on the favorites not good.

PASS.

Against the spread

Winnipeg’s last 3 wins have been by more than a touchdown.

The Alouettes have been underdogs only 3 times this season. They are 2-1 ATS in those games.

BET ALOUETTES +7.5 (-110).

Over/Under

Four of the last 5 for Montreal have not even reached 40 total points.

Four of the last 5 for Winnipeg have not reached 46.

BET UNDER 45.5 (-110).

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Toronto Argonauts at Edmonton Elks odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Toronto Argonauts at Edmonton Elks Week 21 odds and lines, with expert CFL picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Toronto Argonauts (10-7) and Edmonton Elks (6-11) wrap up their regular seasons Friday. Kickoff from Commonwealth Stadium is scheduled for 9:30 p.m. ET (TSN / CFL+). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Argonauts vs. Elks odds, and make our expert CFL picks and predictions.

The Argonauts are coming off a cover as 5.5-point favorites in a 38-31 win over the visiting Ottawa Redblacks Saturday with the Over (50.5) hitting. Toronto clinched 2nd in the East with the victory, and it will host Ottawa in the East Division semifinal Nov. 2.

The Elks won 23-18 as 1.5-point underdogs at the Calgary Stampeders Oct. 12 as the Under (51) cashed. WR Eugene Lewis scored a go-ahead TD with 1:09 remaining on a 10-yard pass from QB Tre Ford (23-of-29, 208 yards, 1 TD, 2 INTs).

In a June 22 meeting, the Elks covered as 5.5-point road underdogs in a 39-36 Argonauts win as the Over (49) hit. QB McLeod Bethel-Thompson (28-of-38, 342 yards, 4 TDs) started in the loss, but Ford will be under center for Friday’s regular-season finale.

Argonauts at Elks odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 1:10 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Argonauts +160 (bet $100 to win $160) | Elks -200 (bet $200 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Argonauts +3.5 (-105) | Elks -3.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 48.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Argonauts at Elks key injuries

Argonauts

OL Dejon Allen (arm) out
DL Woody Baron (back) out
FB Brandon Calver (knee) out
RB Ka’Deem Carey (rest) out
OL Dylan Giffen (back) out
OL Ryan Hunter (rest) out
QB Chad Kelly (rest) out
LB Daniel Kwamou (knee) out
LB Jonathan Jones (hamstring) out
DL Robbie Smith (personal) out

Elks

DL Sam Acheampong (knee) out
WR Vincent Forbes-Mombleau (thigh) out
WR Kurleigh Gittens Jr. (chest) questionable
LB Eteva Mauga-Clements (wrist) out
WR Hergy Mayala (calf) out
LB Josiah Schakel (thigh) out
OL Jakub Szott (shoulder) out

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Argonauts at Elks picks and predictions

Prediction

Elks 23, Argonauts 20

Moneyline

With the Argonauts having nothing to play for and resting 5 key starters — Kelly, Carey, Hunter, Giffen and Allen — the Elks (-200) will likely win at home in their season finale. However, this line has too much vig to recommend the ML.

PASS. Bet the spread and/or total instead.

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Against the spread

QB Cameron Dukes will get the start for Toronto. While he’s obviously not as productive as Kelly, he’s still serviceable with 11 total TDs (7 passing, 4 rushing) and 6 INTs on the season. Dukes was the starter in the June 22 meeting between these teams and was 18-of-21 passing for 214 yards with 2 TDs.

The Argonauts resting a few key starters is definitely a concern, but Dukes getting 3.5 points against Edmonton seems like an overreaction to Toronto having already clinched 2nd in the East.

BET ARGONAUTS +3.5 (-105).

Over/Under

The Elks have scored 24 or fewer points in 3 of their last 4 games. The Argonauts have allowed 17 or fewer in 2 straight on the road — and they did it against much better competition in the Winnipeg Blue Bombers and BC Lions.

In a game that has zero playoff implications, less scoring may be the result with multiple starters on offense sitting out.

BET UNDER 48.5 (-110).

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Hamilton Tiger-Cats at Ottawa Redblacks odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Hamilton Tiger-Cats at Ottawa Redblacks Week 21 odds and lines, with expert CFL picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Hamilton Tiger-Cats (7-10) and Ottawa Redblacks (8-8-1) wrap up their regular seasons Friday. Kickoff from TD Place is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (TSN / CFL+). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Tiger-Cats vs. Redblacks odds, and make our expert CFL picks and predictions.

The Tiger-Cats are coming off a cover as 5-point favorites in a 42-20 win over the visiting Calgary Stampeders Oct. 18 with the Over (52) hitting. QB Bo Levi Mitchell was 24-of-37 passing for 450 yards with 5 TDs and 1 INT.

The Redblacks lost 38-31 as 5.5-point underdogs at the Toronto Argonauts Saturday as the Over (50.5) cashed. Ottawa has lost 5 consecutive games straight up and against the spread (ATS).

These teams have met twice this season. The home team has won straight up and ATS in each outing, while the Over/Under (O/U) has gone 1-1.

Tiger-Cats at Redblacks odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:45 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Tiger-Cats -145 (bet $145 to win $100) | Redblacks +120 (bet $100 to win $120)
Against the spread: Tiger-Cats -1.5 (-115) | Redblacks +1.5 (-105)
Over/Under: 50.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Tiger-Cats at Redblacks key injuries

Tiger-Cats

WR Shemar Bridges (quad) out
DB Jamal Peters (neck) out
LS Gordon Whyte (thumb) questionable
LB Kyle Wilson (head) questionable

Redblacks

FB Marco Dubois (shoulder) out
WR Justin Hardy (ankle) out
DB Justin Howell (knee) out
RB Jamal Morrow (hamstring) out
DB Bennett Williams (head) out

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Tiger-Cats at Redblacks picks and predictions

Prediction

Tiger-Cats 37, Redblacks 22

Moneyline

The Redblacks virtually have nothing to play for in this spot, as win or lose, they’re still going to play the Argonauts in Toronto for the East Division semifinal Nov. 2. In addition to their lack of motivation, the Redblacks are on a 5-game straight-up/ATS skid, losing by an average of 11 points per game.

The Tiger-Cats didn’t make the playoffs this year, but a victory Friday would make Mitchell the 10th CFL QB to reach 100 career wins. Hamilton is 5-1 straight up/ATS in its last 6 games, and the motivation for Mitchell to make history should give it the edge Friday.

BET TIGER-CATS (-145).

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Against the spread

With such a short spread, just lay the -145 on the ML instead of worrying about a 1-point Tiger-Cats victory. There is just a 30-cent difference after the ML went from -125 to -145 and the spread from -105 to -115 Friday morning.

PASS. Bet the ML and/or total instead.

Over/Under

The Over has gone 12-5 in Tiger-Cats games this season and has hit in 5 of their last 6. Mitchell is coming off a 5-TD performance against Calgary in Week 20 and looks poised to win his 100th career game before the season wraps up. I want no part of betting against this Tiger-Cats offense right now.

BET OVER 50.5 (-110).

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