Date: Friday, June 20, 2025
Time: 7:30 PM ET
Venue: BMO Field, Toronto, ON
Broadcast: TSN, RDS, CFL+ (International)
Game Overview
The Saskatchewan Roughriders (2–0) head east to face the Toronto Argonauts (0–2) in a pivotal CFL Week 3 showdown. Saskatchewan enters with momentum after back-to-back wins over Ottawa and Hamilton, while Toronto is still searching for its first win of the 2025 CFL season. This Friday Night Football clash promises high-stakes action as the Riders look to stay undefeated and the Argos aim to bounce back at home.
Saskatchewan Roughriders: Keys to Victory
Ground Game Dominance: Running back AJ Ouellette has been a force, averaging 7.4 yards per carry and ranking third in the CFL in rushing yards. Expect Saskatchewan to lean heavily on the run against a Toronto defense allowing 125 rushing yards per game.
Trevor Harris Efficiency: The veteran QB is completing over 71% of his passes and has thrown for 562 yards through two games. With Samuel Emilus sidelined, look for KeeSean Johnson and Dhel Duncan-Busby to step up as primary targets.
Defensive Adjustments: Despite a strong run defense (40.5 YPG allowed), the Riders have struggled against the pass, giving up a league-high 374.5 passing yards per game. Secondary play will be critical.
Toronto Argonauts: Keys to a Turnaround
Quarterback Play: With Chad Kelly still out, Nick Arbuckle gets his third straight start. He’s averaging 291 passing yards per game but has thrown four interceptions in two outings. Ball security will be crucial.
Defensive Pressure: Toronto is tied for the league lead in sacks (6), led by Andrew Chatfield Jr.. Disrupting Harris’s rhythm could tilt the game.
Red Zone Execution: The Argos have scored just 29 total points this season. Converting drives into touchdowns instead of field goals is a must.
Betting Odds & Trends
Saskatchewan is 2–0 ATS this season and has covered in 7 of its last 9 games.
Toronto is 0–2 ATS and has failed to score more than 19 points in either game.
The Under has hit in both of Toronto’s games this season.
Prediction & Final Score
Saskatchewan’s balanced offense and dominant run game give them the edge, even on the road. Toronto’s defense has talent, but unless Arbuckle limits turnovers and the Argos find red zone success, it’s hard to see them keeping pace.
GAME ODDS
Saskatchewan Roughriders – 3
Toronto Argonauts 48.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Thursday, June 19, 2025
