Date: Saturday, July 19, 2025
Time: 7:00 PM ET / 4:00 PM PT
Venue: BC Place, Vancouver, BC
Broadcast: TSN (Canada), CBS Sports Network (U.S.), CFL+ (International)
Game Overview
The Saskatchewan Roughriders (4-1) head west to face the BC Lions (3-3) in a pivotal West Division clash. Saskatchewan looks to rebound from their first loss of the season, while BC rides a two-game win streak and aims to avenge a 37–18 defeat to the Riders just three weeks ago.
Team Comparison
| Category | Roughriders | Lions |
| Record | 4-1 | 3-3 |
| Points Per Game | 29.0 | 22.7 |
| Points Allowed | 24.6 | 24.3 |
| Net Offense | 386.6 YPG (3rd CFL) | 411.3 YPG (1st CFL) |
| Turnover Margin | +1.0 | -0.8 |
| ATS Record | 4-1 | 3-3 |
Key Matchups & Strategy
Quarterbacks
Trevor Harris (SSK): 1,363 yards, 5 TDs, 1 INT
Nathan Rourke (BC): 1,811 yards, 10 TDs, 4 INTs
Harris is coming off a 425-yard performance despite a loss, while Rourke leads the CFL in passing yards and is heating up.
Running Game
Joe Robustelli (SSK): 191 yards, 1 TD last game
James Butler (BC): 172 yards, 1 TD vs. Edmonton
Saskatchewan’s ground game struggled last week, while BC’s Butler exploded for a season-high.
Receiving Corps
KeeSean Johnson (SSK): 60 yards last game
Keon Hatcher (BC): 130 yards vs. Edmonton
BC’s receivers are thriving, but Saskatchewan’s depth remains dangerous.
Defensive Edge
Saskatchewan ranks 5th in scoring defense, while BC leads the CFL in pass defense (170.3 YPG allowed).
Injury Report
Saskatchewan:
WR Reggie Begelton (Out)
RB AJ Ouellette (Questionable)
OL Bryce Bell (Out)
BC Lions:
WR Dalton Schoen (Doubtful)
OT Stanley Bryant (Out)
DT Jamal Woods (Out)
Saskatchewan: 4-1 ATS in last 5 games
BC Lions: UNDER in 8 of last 10 games
Head-to-Head: Riders have won 3 straight vs. BC
GAME ODDS
Saskatchewan Roughriders – 1.5
British Columbia Lions 52.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, July 18, 2025
