CFL Game Preview: Hamilton Tiger-Cats (5-2-0) vs. Edmonton Elks (1-5-0)

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Get ready for a high-octane showdown as the Hamilton Tiger-Cats (5-2-0) travel west to face the Edmonton Elks (1-5-0) at Commonwealth Stadium on Saturday, August 2, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. ET / 12:00 p.m. PT. With playoff implications already brewing, this CFL Week 9 clash promises fireworks and drama.

Team Form & Momentum

Hamilton Tiger-Cats

Five-game winning streak

Lead the CFL in points per game (32.1)

Quarterback Bo Levi Mitchell is the league’s top passer with 2,201 yards

Kicker Marc Liegghio is a perfect 18-for-18 on field goals

Known for clutch performances and late-game composure

Edmonton Elks

Struggling at 1-5, but showing signs of life

Quarterback Cody Fajardo threw for 346 yards and 2 TDs last week

Defense ranks last in yards per play allowed (7.48) and pass efficiency (129.1)

Linebacker Joel Dublanko makes his first CFL start, bringing NFL and XFL experience

Key Matchups to Watch

MatchupAdvantage
Bo Levi Mitchell vs. Elks SecondaryHamilton
Elks O-Line vs. Ticats Pass RushEdmonton
Kenny Lawler vs. Double CoverageHamilton opens up space for other WRs
Fajardo’s Mobility vs. Hamilton’s ContainmentWildcard

How to Watch

TV: TSN (Canada), CBSSN

Streaming: CFL+ (U.S. and International)

Radio: 880 CHED (Edmonton)

GAME ODDS

Hamilton Tiger-Cats       – 4.5

Edmonton Elks                  54.5

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, August 1, 2025

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