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Montreal Alouettes at Ottawa RedBlacks odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Montreal Alouettes at Ottawa RedBlacks Week 11 odds and lines, with expert CFL picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Montreal Alouettes (5-3) and the Ottawa RedBlacks (3-6) meet Saturday at TD Place Stadium in Ottawa. Kickoff is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (CBSSN/TSN+). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Alouettes vs. RedBlacks odds, and make our expert CFL picks and predictions.

The Alouettes have rattled off 3 consecutive victories and covers in the past 3 weekends, averaging 31.0 points per game (PPG) on offense, while yielding just 14.7 PPG on defense. The Under is 2-1 during the 3-game win streak. QB Cody Fajardo (shoulder) will suit up as the 3rd-string quarterback with QB Chris Evans starting against his former club.

The RedBlacks have dropped the past 3 games, while going 0-3 against the spread (ATS), too. Ottawa is averaging a healthy 22.3 PPG on offense but coughing up 28.7 PPG on defense. The Over is 2-1 during the 3-game stretch.

These teams met back in Week 1 in Montreal, with the Alouettes posting a 19-12 victory as a 2-point favorite while the Under (43.5) connected. It was the first time the home team won outright in the previous 7 meetings, and Montreal halted an 0-3 ATS skid in the series.

Alouettes 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 8:35 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Alouettes -125 (bet $125 to win $100) | RedBlacks +105 (bet $100 to win $105)
Against the spread (ATS): Alouettes -1.5 (-110) | RedBlacks +1.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 47.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Alouettes at RedBlacks key injuries

Alouettes

OL Patrick Davis (leg) out
QB Cody Fajardo (shoulder) probable
DL Marcus Valdez (ankle) out

RedBlacks

WR Bralon Addison (Achilles) out
DB Douglas Coleman III (head) out
DB Brandin Dandridge (foot) out
LB Frankie Griffin (head) out
DB Justin Howell (head) out
LB Gary Johnson Jr. (foot) out
LB Deshawn Stevens (head) questionable

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Alouettes at RedBlacks picks and predictions

Prediction

Alouettes 25, RedBlacks 16

Moneyline

MONTREAL (-125) is a strong value straight up on the moneyline in this road contest. The Als have already beaten Ottawa (+105) once this season, and the RedBlacks are significantly banged up. However, laying the small amount of points is an even better option, and cheaper.

Against the spread

Unless you’re dead-seat on MONTREAL -1.5 (-110) winning this game by just a single point, then you must take the Alouettes laying the points rather than the moneyline.

Ottawa +1.5 (-110) is in trouble, especially on defense, as Coleman III has managed 2 INT this season, including a pick-6, while posting 3 sacks. His loss will be a big one, as is that of Dandridge, who has registered a team-high 4 picks, including a pair of TDs with a forced fumble and 2 fumble recoveries. Montreal should be able to have its way against Ottawa’s depleted D.

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Over/Under

UNDER 47.5 (-110) is a strong play.

While Montreal should be able to move the ball against Ottawa’s banged-up D, it has been rather middling on offense this season. The Als are averaging just 251.1 passing yards per game, ranking 6th in the CFL, while managing a so-so 24.9 PPG.

Ottawa’s D has been picked apart, and it is dinged up. But the offense isn’t very good, and won’t do much against the Montreal D.

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Winnipeg Blue Bombers at Calgary Stampeders odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Winnipeg Blue Bombers at Calgary Stampeders Week 11 odds and lines, with expert CFL picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Winnipeg Blue Bombers (7-2) and Calgary Stampeders (3-6) meet Friday at McMahon Stadium. Kickoff is scheduled for 9 p.m. ET (CFL+/TSN). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Blue Bombers vs. Stampeders odds, and make our expert CFL picks and predictions.

The Blue Bombers failed to cover the spread as 13-point favorites in a 38-29 win at the Edmonton Elks on Aug. 10. QB Zach Collaros suffered a neck injury and is listed as the 3rd-stringer for Friday. QB Dru Brown will get the start.

The Stampeders failed to cover as 6.5-point underdogs in a 37-9 loss at the BC Lions Saturday. Calgary has lost 3 of its last 4 games, going 1-3 against the spread.

Winnipeg covered as an 8-point home favorite with a 24-11 win as the Under (46.5) cashed in the 1st meeting this season July 7.

Blue Bombers at Stampeders odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Thursday at 8:13 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Blue Bombers -250 (bet $250 to win $100) | Stampeders +200 (bet $100 to win $200)
Against the spread (ATS): Blue Bombers -4 (-110) | Stampeders +4 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 47.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

Blue Bombers at Stampeders key injuries

Blue Bombers

QB Zach Collaros (neck) available
DB Jamal Parker (not injury related) questionable
WR Drew Wolitarsky (head) questionable

Stampeders

WR Clark Barnes (knee) out
DB Jonathan Moxey (back) questionable

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Blue Bombers at Stampeders picks and predictions

Prediction

Blue Bombers 25, Stampeders 17

Moneyline

Winnipeg (-250) should beat Calgary for the 5th straight time, but there’s no need to pay the higher price on the moneyline when the Blue Bombers should win by margin.

PASS. Lay the points and/or bet the total instead.

Against the spread

Brown looked good in his relief appearance Aug. 10, when he came in for the injured Collaros. The former Oklahoma State QB helped the Blue Bombers erase a 22-point deficit, throwing for 300 yards and 4 TDs.

Outside of a shocking upset win as 10-point home underdogs vs. the Toronto Argonauts Aug. 4, the Stampeders have looked like 1 of the worst teams in the CFL this season. Calgary is just 3-6 ATS and has only covered in its straight-up wins.

BET BLUE BOMBERS -4 (-110).

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Over/Under

The Under is 4-1 in Winnipeg’s last 5 games after failing to cover in its previous contest. I like the defense to pick up where it left off in the 2nd half at Edmonton, when it allowed just 7 points.

The Under has gone 5-1-1 in the Stampeders’ last 7 games vs. teams with a winning record, and I could see Calgary’s offense struggling vs. Winnipeg for a 2nd time this season.

BET UNDER 47.5 (-110).

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Edmonton Elks at Hamilton Tiger-Cats odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Edmonton Elks at Hamilton Tiger-Cats Week 11 odds and lines, with expert CFL picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Edmonton Elks (0-9) visit the Hamilton Tiger-Cats (3-5) Thursday to kick off Week 11 CFL action. Kickoff from Tim Hortons Field is at 7:30 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Elks vs. Tiger-Cats odds, and make our expert CFL picks and predictions.

While the Elks remain winless, they have covered the spread in 3 of their last 5 games. That includes covering as 13-point underdogs in a 38-29 home loss to the Winnipeg Blue Bombers last Thursday.

The Tiger-Cats enter off a 27-14 home loss to the Montreal Alouettes on Aug. 10, failing to cover as 3-point underdogs. Hamilton has lost 2 of its last 3 games. The Ti-Cats beat the Elks 37-29 on the road in Week 6 as 1-point underdogs as the Over (42.5) cashed.

Elks at Tiger-Cats odds

Odds provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 8:10 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Elks +175 (bet $100 to win $175) | Tiger-Cats -220 (bet $220 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Elks +5.5 (-110) | Tiger-Cats -5.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 44.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

Elks at Tiger-Cats key injuries

Elks

DL Elliott Brown (knee) out
DB Loucheiz Purifoy (calf) out
OL Josiah St John (hand) out

Tiger-Cats

DL Malik Carney (back) questionable
DL Mo Diallo (knee) out
OL Joel Figueroa (foot) out
P Bailey Flint (non-football related) out
WR Terry Godwin (illness) doubtful
OL Kyle Saxelid (knee) questionable
OL Chris Van Zeyl (arm) out
DL Cedric Wilcotts II (shoulder) out

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Elks at Tiger-Cats picks and predictions

Prediction

Tiger-Cats 36, Elks 27

Moneyline

The Elks (+175) are not a good pick to get their first win. Hamilton (-220) has lost 2 of its last 3 games but it at least has 3 wins this season, including one over Edmonton on the road.

The easy pick is to go with the Tiger-Cats but having to wager more than twice what your return is not a great strategy for a single regular-season game.

PASS.

Against the spread

The Elks are 3-6 ATS overall. They have covered the spread in 2 of their last 3 and 3 of their last 5 games. However, only 2 of their 9 losses are by fewer than 6 points.

The Tiger-Cats have covered the spread in all 3 of their wins but are 0-2 ATS as straight-up favorites. However, Hamilton beat Edmonton by 8 points in Week 6.

BET TIGER-CATS -5.5 (-110).

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Over/Under

These times piled up 66 points when they met in Week 6, blowing past the 42.5-point projection.

The Tiger-Cats’ last 2 games have not reached 45 total points but 5 of their previous 6 did. Their only win to have more than 44 total points was against the Elks.

Only 3 of the Elks’ 9 games have reached 45 total points but that includes 2 of their last 4. They have scored 29 or more 3 times but 14 or fewer points in the other 6.

The Tiger-Cats have allowed 27 or more points 7 times this season.

BET OVER 44.5 (-110).

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Ottawa Redblacks at Toronto Argonauts odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Ottawa Redblacks at Toronto Argonauts Week 10 odds and lines, with expert CFL picks, predictions and best bets.

The Ottawa Redblacks (3-5) travel to meet the Toronto Argonauts (6-1) Sunday in Week 10 CFL action. Kickoff from BMO Field is scheduled for 7 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.

The Redblacks were tripped up 26-24 in Week 9 at the Saskatchewan Roughriders, failing to cover as 2.5-point favorites as the Over (44.5) connected. Ottawa has dropped back-to-back games for the first time since Weeks 1-2. The Redblacks are just 3-5 straight up (SU) and against the spread (ATS).

The Over has hit in 3 of Ottawa’s past 4 outings after the Under cashed in its first 4 outings.

The Argonauts dropped their first game of the season in Week 9, falling 20-7 at the Calgary Stampeders last week. It was also Toronto’s first non-cover after opening 6-0 ATS. The Under has cashed in 3 in a row for Toronto as it has coughed up just 16.0 points per game (PPG) in the past 3 contests.

The road team has won 4 straight meetings in this series while cashing in each of the past 3 against the number. The Under is 3-1 in the past 4 meetings, too.

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Redblacks at Argonauts odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 6:49 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Redblacks +340 (bet $100 to win $340) | Argonauts -450 (bet $450 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Redblacks +10 (-110) | Argonauts -10 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 47.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

Redblacks at Argonauts key injuries

Redblacks

WR Bralon Addison (Achilles) out
DB Douglas Coleman (non-football related) questionable
OL Drew Desjarlais (ankle) out
LB Frankie Griffin (head) out
WR CJ Lewis (Achilles) out
LB Deshawn Stevens (head) out

Argonauts

DL Jared Brinkman (foot) out
WR Damonte Coxie (ankle) doubtful
DB Adarius Pickett (hip) questionable
OL Trevon Tate (knee) questionable

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Redblacks at Argonauts picks and predictions

Prediction

Argonauts 32, Redblacks 18

Moneyline

The Argonauts (-450) will cost you 4 1/2 times your potential return, and that’s way too much risk for not enough reward. Even including Toronto straight up as part of a multi-team parlay would suck all of the value out of your ticket.

AVOID.

Against the spread

The Redblacks +10 (-110) are just 1-4 ATS in the past 5 against winning teams and have failed to cash in the past 4 against teams from the East Division. In addition, the Redblacks are just 2-6 ATS in the past 8 tries against the ARGONAUTS -10 (-110), while going 1-4 ATS in the past 5 trips to T-Dot.

On the flip side, Toronto has cashed in 4 in a row at home and is 8-1 ATS in the past 9 games dating back to last season. The Argos are going to be hopping mad after getting embarrassed in Calgary last week, and Ottawa is going to be the whipping post.

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Over/Under

OVER 47.5 (-110) is the lean, but go lightly.

The Under has cashed in 4 in a row for Ottawa against East Division teams and cashed in 6 of its last 7 outings in August. However, it’s all about the Over for Toronto, going 14-5 in the past 19 games following a straight-up loss.

The Redblacks rank dead-last in the CFL, allowing 314.6 passing yards per game and coughing up 23.0 PPG. The Argos should take it to them.

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Calgary Stampeders at BC Lions odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Calgary Stampeders at BC Lions Week 10 odds and lines, with expert CFL picks, predictions and best bets.

The Saturday game in Week 10 of the CFL season has the Calgary Stampeders (3-5) on the road facing the BC Lions (6-2). Kickoff is at 7 p.m. ET at BC Place. Below, we analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Stampeders vs. Lions odds, and make our expert CFL picks and predictions.

The Stampeders ended a 2-game losing streak last week with a 20-7 home win over Toronto as 10-point underdogs. The Under (52) won. They attempt to have consecutive wins for the first time all season.

The Lions had their 3-game winning streak snapped last week in a 50-14 drubbing by Winnipeg on the road. They could not cover the 6-point spread as underdogs. The Over (45) cashed in.

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Stampeders at Lions odds

Odds provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 7:40 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Stampeders +230 (bet $100 to win $230) | Lions -280 (bet $280 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Stampeders +6.5 (-110) | Lions -6.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 45.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

Stampeders at Lions key injuries

Stampeders

RB Ka’Deem Carey (toe) questionable
LS Aaron Crawford (calf) out
WR Cole Tucker (foot) out

Lions

DB Jalen Edwards-Cooper (knee) out
QB Dane Evans (ribs) out
LB Isaiah Messam (foot) out
WR Dominique Rhymes (knee) out
OL Chris Schleuger (oblique) doubtful
DL Sione Teuhema (ankle) out

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Stampeders at Lions picks and predictions

Prediction

Lions 19, Stampeders 10

Moneyline

The Stampeders have yet to win consecutive games this season. The Lions have not lost consecutive games.

The Lions have allowed 49 total points in their 6 wins. They have allowed 45 and 50 in their 2 losses.

Calgary has surpassed 30 points only twice this season.

Even without Evans at quarterback for the Lions, they should still be able to handle their business at home, but that doesn’t make them a good bet because of the line. There is no need to wager nearly 3 times what you can win on a CFL regular-season game.

PASS.

Against the spread

Four of the Stamps’ 5 losses have been by at least 7 points.

The Lions have not won by fewer than 10 points. They beat Calgary by 10 in their season opener.

BET LIONS -6.5 (-110).

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Over/Under

Only 1 of the Lions’ wins has surpassed 45 points this season.

Five of Calgary’s 8 games have not reached 46 total points.

Their first meeting had 40 total points.

BET UNDER 45.5 (-110).

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Saskatchewan Roughriders at Montreal Alouettes odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Saskatchewan Roughriders at Montreal Alouettes Week 10 odds and lines, with expert CFL picks, predictions and best bets.

The Saskatchewan Roughriders (4-4) and Montreal Alouettes (4-3) meet Friday at Percival Molson Memorial Stadium. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET (CFL+/TSN). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Roughriders vs. Alouettes odds, and make our expert CFL picks and predictions.

The Roughriders covered the spread as 2.5-point home underdogs in a 26-24 win vs. the Ottawa Redblacks Sunday. K Brett Lauther hit the game-winning 54-yard field goal with 26 seconds remaining as Saskatchewan ended its 3-game skid.

The Alouettes covered as 3-point favorites with a 27-14 win at the Hamilton Tiger-Cats Saturday. QB Cody Fajardo suffered a left shoulder injury in the win and will be a game-time decision to face his former team Friday.

These teams split last season’s series 1-1, with the winner covering in each meeting and the Over going 2-0.

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Roughriders 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 6:34 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Roughriders +180 (bet $100 to win $180) | Alouettes -225 (bet $225 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Roughriders +5.5 (-110) | Alouettes -5.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 44.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

Roughriders at Alouettes key injuries

Roughriders

FB Albert Awachie (knee) out
WR Juwan Brescacin (shoulder) out
DB Rodney Clemons (ankle) out
OL Brandon Council (knee) out
QB Shea Patterson (knee) doubtful
WR Mitch Picton (head) out
LB Lukas Ruoss (hip) out
WR Kian Schaffer-Baker (hip) out

Alouettes

QB Cody Fajardo (left shoulder) game-time decision
DL Almondo Sewell (hip) questionable
RB William Stanback (hip) out

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Roughriders at Alouettes picks and predictions

Prediction

Alouettes 26, Roughriders 14

Moneyline

Montreal (-225) should hand the Roughriders their 4th loss in 5 games, but there’s no need to pay the higher price on the moneyline when the Alouettes should win by margin.

PASS. Lay the points and/or bet the total instead.

Against the spread

The Alouettes have won and covered in back-to-back games, winning by an average margin of 10.0 points. Their only 3 losses this season were vs. the 3 teams that are most likely to win the Grey Cup (Toronto Argonauts +190, Winnipeg Blue Bombers +210 and BC Lions +375). Montreal should have no trouble covering vs. this Roughriders team that is 0-6-1 ATS in its last 7 games vs. teams with a winning record.

BET ALOUETTES -5.5 (-110).

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Over/Under

The Under is 6-1 in Saskatchewan’s last 7 road games and 16-6 in its last 22 after a win.

The Under has also hit in 8 of the Alouettes’ last 9 home games and should cash again Friday as Montreal’s defense picks up where it left off after allowing just 14 points last time out.

BET UNDER 44.5 (-110).

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Winnipeg Blue Bombers at Edmonton Elks odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Winnipeg Blue Bombers at Edmonton Elks Week 10 odds and lines, with expert CFL picks, predictions and best bets.

The Winnipeg Blue Bombers (6-2) travel to meet the Edmonton Elks (0-8) Thursday as Week 10 CFL action gets underway. Kickoff from Commonwealth Stadium is scheduled for 9 p.m. ET (CBSSN/TSN+). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Blue Bombers vs. Elks odds, and make our expert CFL picks and predictions.

The Blue Bombers have picked up consecutive wins — a 50-14 home victory over the BC Lions in Week 9 and a 28-14 win at home against the Elks in Week 7. Winnipeg has won 4 of its last 5 games while going 3-2 against the spread (ATS) during the span. However, one of those non-covers was against Edmonton.

The Elks have suffered a pair of shutout losses across their 8 defeats this season. Edmonton was blanked at home last time out against the BC Lions in Week 8, falling 27-0. Edmonton is just 2-6 ATS overall, too, while cashing the Under in 6 of 8 outings this season.

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Blue Bombers 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 11:21 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Blue Bombers -650 (bet $650 to win $100) | Elks +450 (bet $100 to win $450)
Against the spread (ATS): Blue Bombers -12.5 (-110) | Elks +12.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 44.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

Blue Bombers at Elks key injuries

Blue Bombers

FB Tanner Green (hamstring) out
WR Eugene Lewis (knee) out

Elks

DB Jamal Parker (not injury related) questionable

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Blue Bombers at Elks picks and predictions

Prediction

Blue Bombers 26, Elks 15

Moneyline

There is no way you can bet the Blue Bombers (-650), as Winnipeg would cost 6 1/2 times your potential return. There is no value in betting such heavy favorites like that, especially over the long term.

AVOID.

Against the spread

The ELKS +12.5 (-110) might be winless, but it did cover as a 15-point underdog just 2 weeks ago in Winnipeg. The Blue Bombers are 0-2 ATS this season as double-digit favorites, including a straight-up loss in OT at the Ottawa Redblack.

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Over/Under

As far as the total is concerned, the lean is to UNDER 44.5 (-110).

The Blue Bombers dropped a 50-burger on the BC Lions last time out and have scored 28 or more points in 3 straight games, including the Week 7 meeting with the Elks. That’s alarming for Under bettors.

However, the Elks are dead-last in the CFL in total yards per game (309.3) and points scored (13.1). While the defense has been giving, it did a decent job corraling the Bombers in the most recent meeting. It will be a close shave, but lean low.

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Ottawa Redblacks at Saskatchewan Roughriders odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Ottawa Redblacks at Saskatchewan Roughriders Week 9 odds and lines, with expert CFL picks, predictions and best bets.

The Week 9 schedule in the CFL continues on Sunday with the Ottawa Redblacks (3-4) on the road to face the Saskatchewan Roughriders (3-4). Kickoff for this game is at 7 p.m. ET at Mosaic Stadium. Below, we analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Redblacks vs. Roughriders odds, and make our expert CFL picks and predictions.

After winning 2 in a row and 3 out of 4 games, Ottawa lost last week at home 16-12 to Hamilton as 1.5-point favorites. The Under (47.5) was the winner.

The Roughriders enter this week with a 3-game losing streak. They are coming off a 31-13 road loss to Toronto as 8-point underdogs. The Under (48.5) cashed in.

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Redblacks at Roughriders odds

Odds provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:20 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Redblacks -135 (bet $135 to win $100) | Roughriders +115 (bet $100 to win $115)
Against the spread (ATS): Redblacks -2.5 (-110) | Roughriders +2.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 44.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

Redblacks at Roughriders key injuries

Redblacks

WR Bralon Addison (non-football related) out
OL Dontae Bull (illness) out
DB Brandin Dandridge (foot) out
LB Frankie Griffin (head) out
WR CJ Lewis (Achilles) out
OL Hunter Steward (Achilles) questionable
LB Chizi Umunakwe (shoulder) out
DB Damon Webb (shoulder) out

Roughriders

DB Rodney Clemons (ankle) out
OL Zack Fry (back) doubtful
WR Brayden Lenius (foot) out
WR Mitchell Picton (head) out
OL Brandon Council (knee) out
WR Kian Schaffer-Baker (hip) out
WR Derel Walker (knee) out
WR Juwan Brescacin (shoulder) out
DL Nick Dheily (head) out
LB Lukas Ruoss (hip) out

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Redblacks at Roughriders picks and predictions

Prediction

Redblacks 31, Roughriders 14

Moneyline

The Redblacks are 2 different teams when they win and lose. In 3 wins, they average 33.3 points per game. In 4 losses, they average 13.0 per game, never scoring more than 15.

The Roughriders have allowed over 30 points in 2 of their last 3 games. They have scored 13 or fewer points in 3 of their last 4 games.

Betting Ottawa here is not a bad play but they have also covered the spread in each of their wins. The -110 line for them to cover is slightly better than -135 to simply win, so go with the spread.

PASS.

Against the spread

Ottawa has covered the spread in all 3 of its wins. They are, though, 1-2 ATS as favorites.

The Roughriders have not covered the spread yet this season in a loss.

BET REDBLACKS -2.5 (-110).

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Over/Under

As noted, Ottawa averages 33.3 points in wins.

The Roughriders average 20.0 points per game in their losses.

BET OVER 44.5 (-110).

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Montreal Alouettes at Hamilton Tiger-Cats odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Montreal Alouettes at Hamilton Tiger-Cats Week 9 odds and lines, with expert CFL picks, predictions and best bets.

Week 9 of the CFL season continues Saturday as the Montreal Alouettes (3-3) face the Hamilton Tiger-Cats (3-4) on the road for their 2nd matchup of the year. Kickoff for Saturday’s game is at 7 p.m. ET at Tim Hortons Field (CBS Network). Below, we analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Alouettes vs. Tiger-Cats odds, and make our expert CFL picks and predictions.

The 2 teams met June 23 at Hamilton, where the Alouettes blew out the Tiger-Cats 38-12 as 2.5-point favorites.

The Alouettes snapped a 3-game losing streak last week, beating Calgary at home 25-18 as 1.5-point favorites. The Under (49.5) hit in the game.

The Tiger-Cats, after starting the season 0-3, have won 3 of their last 4 games. Last week, they beat Ottawa on the road 16-12 as 1.5-point underdogs. The Under (47.5) cashed in.

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Alouettes at Tiger-Cats odds

Odds provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 8:20 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Alouettes -150 (bet $150 to win $100) | Tiger-Cars +125 (bet $100 to win $125)
Against the spread (ATS): Alouettes -2.5 (-120) | Tiger-Cats +2.5 (+100)
Over/Under (O/U): 45.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

Alouettes at Tiger-Cats key injuries

Alouettes

DB Ciante Evans (leg) out
OL Sean Jamieson (knee) out
WR Greg Ellingson (knee) out
WR Kaion Julien-Grant (hand) out
DB Dionte Ruffin (hip) out
DB Najee Murray (shoulder) out
LB Avery Williams (elbow) out

Tiger-Cats

DL Mason Bennett (hamstring) out
DL Jarrod Hewitt (knee) questionable
WR Anthony Johnson (hamstring) out
LB Vosean Joseph (ankle) out
DL Jonathan Kongbo (not football related) questionable
FB Myles Manalo (knee) out
RB Tyreik McAllister (ankle) questionable
QB Bo Levi Mitchell (leg) out
OL Tyrone Riley (knee, hamstring) out
OL Kyle Saxelid (knee) questionable
LB Fraser Sopik (shoulder) out
OL Chris Van Zeyl (non football-related) questionable
OL Cedric Wilcots Jr. (shoulder) out
OL Coulter Woodmansey(shoulder) questionable

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Alouettes at Tiger-Cats picks and predictions

Prediction

Tiger-Cats 23, Alouettes 19

Moneyline

The Tiger-Cats have won 3 of their last 4 games, allowing an average of 18 points per game in the wins.

The Als scored a season-high 38 in their win over Hamilton June 23. They have averaged 18.6 per game in the other 5 games.

I’m feeling Hamilton’s streak here of late.

BET TIGER-CATS (+125).

Against the spread

Both teams have identical ATS and S/U records. Both have covered the spread in their wins and failed to do so in their losses.

The Tiger-Cats are 3-2 ATS (and 3-2 S/U) as underdogs.

The Als have won and covered the spread in both games in which they were favored.

But expecting an outright Hamilton win, the plus odds on the moneyline have a much better value.

PASS.

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Over/Under

Three of the Als games this season have surpassed 45 total points, including the matchup between the 2 teams earlier this season.

Four of Hamilton’s games have had more than 45 total points.

Only 1 of Hamilton’s wins has reached at least 46 total points.

BET UNDER 45.5 (-115).

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Toronto Argonauts at Calgary Stampeders odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Toronto Argonauts at Calgary Stampeders Week 9 odds and lines, with expert CFL picks, predictions and best bets.

The Toronto Argonauts (6-0) and Calgary Stampeders (2-5) meet Friday at McMahon Stadium. Kickoff is scheduled for 9 p.m. ET (CFL+/TSN). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Argonauts vs. Stampeders odds, and make our expert CFL picks and predictions.

The Argonauts improved to 6-0 against the spread (ATS) after covering as 10-point favorites with a 31-13 win vs. the Saskatchewan Roughriders at Huskies Stadium in Halifax, Nova Scotia, on Saturday.

The Stampeders failed to cover as 1.5-point underdogs in a 25-18 loss at the Montreal Alouettes Sunday. Calgary is 2-5 ATS this season and has only covered in its outright wins.

Calgary went 2-0 straight up vs. Toronto last season, going 1-0-1 ATS as the Under hit in both meetings.

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Argonauts at Stampeders odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 7:26 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Argonauts -400 (bet $400 to win $100) | Stampeders +310 (bet $100 to win $310)
Against the spread (ATS): Argonauts -8.5 (-110) | Stampeders +8.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 51.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

Argonauts at Stampeders key injuries

Argonauts

RB Daniel Adeboboye (hamstring) available
OL Dariusz Bladek (foot) out
OL Isiah Cage (thigh) out
OL Darius Ciraco (not-injury related) questionable
WR Damonte Coxie (ankle) questionable

Stampeders

RB Ka’Deem Carey (toe) questionable
LB Cameron Judge (ankle) questionable
RB Dedrick Mills (illness) questionable

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Argonauts at Stampeders picks and predictions

Prediction

Argonauts 26, Stampeders 15

Moneyline

It’s unlikely that Toronto (-400) would lose to Calgary for a 3rd straight time. However, there’s no need to pay the higher price on the moneyline when the Argonauts should win by margin.

PASS. Lay the points and/or bet the total instead.

Against the spread

Toronto should get its revenge Friday after losing both meetings vs. Calgary last season. The 2022 Grey Cup champions are undefeated ATS this year and continue to outperform expectations.

Calgary has failed to cover in back-to-back games and I see no need to question the Argonauts’ motivation to win by margin Friday after getting blown out 29-2 in the last meeting on October 1, 2022.

Calgary’s home-field advantage also shouldn’t be anything to worry about for Argonauts backers as the Stampeders are just 7-22 ATS in their last 29 home games.

BET ARGONAUTS -8.5 (-110).

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Over/Under

The Under has hit in the last 5 meetings between these teams.

The Under has also hit in back-to-back contests for the Argonauts, who have allowed a total of just 28 points over the last 2 games. Look for Toronto’s defense to continue its dominant play Friday and to help the Under cash once again.

BET UNDER 51.5 (-110).

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