Venue: Mosaic Stadium at Taylor Field — Regina, Saskatchewan
Scheduled Kickoff: 8:00 p.m. ET / 6:00 p.m. CT
Weather Forecast — Regina, SK (Mosaic Stadium)
Temperature: 22°C (72°F) at kickoff
Wind: Moderate NW winds 15–20 km/h
Conditions: Clear skies, low humidity
Impact: Slight wind influence on deep passing and special teams; otherwise ideal football conditions
Current Rosters (As of August 2026)
Ottawa Redblacks
Quarterbacks: Dru Brown, Tyrie Adams Running Backs: Ryquell Armstead, Jackson Bennett Receivers: Jaelon Acklin, Justin Hardy, Dominique Rhymes, Shaq Evans Offensive Line: Dino Boyd, Cyrille Hogan‑Sae, Hunter Steward, Dontae Bull, Dariusz Bladek Defensive Line: Lorenzo Mauldin IV, Cleyon Laing, Bryce Carter Linebackers: Jovan Santos‑Knox, Frankie Griffin Defensive Backs: Brandin Dandridge, Abdul Kanneh, Alonzo Addae, Tobias Harris Special Teams: Lewis Ward (K), Richie Leone (P)
Saskatchewan Roughriders
Quarterbacks: Trevor Harris, Mason Fine Running Backs: Jamal Morrow, Frankie Hickson Receivers: Shawn Bane Jr., Samuel Emilus, Kian Schaffer‑Baker, Geronimo Allison Offensive Line: Logan Ferland, Philip Blake, Evan Johnson, Trevor Reid, Jerald Hawkins Defensive Line: Anthony Lanier II, Miles Brown, Charbel Dabire Linebackers: Larry Dean, C.J. Avery Defensive Backs: Nick Marshall, Amari Henderson, Rolan Milligan Jr., Jeremy Clark Special Teams: Brett Lauther (K), Adam Korsak (P)
Injury Report
Ottawa Redblacks
Jaelon Acklin — Questionable (hamstring)
Lorenzo Mauldin IV — Probable (shoulder)
Jovan Santos‑Knox — Out (ankle)
Saskatchewan Roughriders
Trevor Harris — Probable (elbow)
Kian Schaffer‑Baker — Questionable (groin)
Anthony Lanier II — Out (concussion protocol)
Recent Form
Ottawa Redblacks — Last 5 Games: 0–5
Offense averaging 17.2 PPG
Defense allowing 31.4 PPG
Brown struggling with turnovers (6 INTs last 4 games)
Armstead averaging 4.3 YPC but limited touches due to game script
Redblacks have lost 10 straight dating back to 2025
Ottawa ranks last in CFL in red‑zone efficiency
Saskatchewan Roughriders — Last 5 Games: 4–1
Offense averaging 27.9 PPG
Defense allowing 20.6 PPG
Harris completing 69% of passes since returning from injury
Bane Jr. averaging 82 receiving yards per game
Riders have won three straight at Mosaic Stadium
Saskatchewan ranks top‑3 in turnover margin (+6)
Series History
All‑Time: Saskatchewan leads modern series
Last 10 Meetings: Saskatchewan 7–3
2025 Season: Riders swept 2–0
Ottawa has not won in Regina since 2018
Average margin in last five meetings: Saskatchewan +11.2
Key Matchups
1. Trevor Harris vs. Ottawa Secondary
Harris thrives on timing routes and quick reads.
Ottawa’s secondary has allowed the CFL’s highest completion percentage (72%).
Milligan and Marshall’s ball‑hawking ability creates short fields for Saskatchewan.
Edge: Saskatchewan — Harris’ efficiency vs. Ottawa’s coverage issues.
2. Ryquell Armstead vs. Riders Front Seven
Armstead is Ottawa’s most reliable offensive weapon.
Saskatchewan’s linebackers (Dean, Avery) excel at gap discipline.
Without a strong run game, Ottawa becomes predictable.
Edge: Saskatchewan — front‑seven advantage.
3. Shawn Bane Jr. vs. Brandin Dandridge
Bane Jr. is one of the CFL’s most explosive receivers.
Dandridge is Ottawa’s best cover DB and a threat in the return game.
If Bane wins vertically, Saskatchewan’s offense becomes unstoppable.
Edge: Slight to Saskatchewan — Bane’s route versatility.
4. Ottawa Offensive Line vs. Saskatchewan Pass Rush
Ottawa has allowed 18 sacks in last four games.
Saskatchewan’s pass rush loses Lanier II but still brings pressure from multiple angles.
Brown’s turnover issues worsen under pressure.
Edge: Saskatchewan — trench mismatch.
Tactical Breakdown
Ottawa Redblacks
Strengths: Athletic receiving corps, strong special teams, Mauldin’s pass rush
Weaknesses: Turnovers, red‑zone inefficiency, pass protection
Keys to Win:
Protect Brown
Establish Armstead early
Limit explosive plays from Bane Jr. and Emilus
Saskatchewan Roughriders
Strengths: Efficient passing game, strong defensive backfield, turnover margin
Weaknesses: Run game inconsistency, interior defensive injuries
Keys to Win:
Pressure Brown consistently
Maintain Harris’ quick‑passing rhythm
Control field position with Lauther/Korsak
Betting Trends (Through August 2026)
Ottawa Redblacks
ATS: 1–6
O/U: Over in 4 of last 6
Road ATS: 0–3
Ottawa overs hit due to defensive breakdowns.
Saskatchewan Roughriders
ATS: 5–2
O/U: Under in 4 of last 6
Home ATS: 3–1
Riders unders hit due to defensive consistency.
Head‑to‑Head Trends
Saskatchewan has covered five straight vs. Ottawa
Unders have hit in three of last four meetings
Average combined score last four games: 46.8
GAME ODDS
Ottawa Redblacks 60
Saskatchewan Roughriders – 7
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Thursday, August 6, 2026
