The BC Lions (1-0) travel to IG Field to face the Winnipeg Blue Bombers (0-0) in Week 2 of the 2025 CFL season on Thursday, June 12, 2025. The Lions are coming off a dominant 31-14 victory over the Edmonton Elks, while the Blue Bombers will be playing their season opener after a Week 1 bye.
Game Details
- Matchup: BC Lions vs. Winnipeg Blue Bombers
- Date: Thursday, June 12, 2025
- Time: 8:30 PM ET / 5:30 PM PT
- Venue: IG Field (Winnipeg, MB)
- Broadcast: TSN/RDS (Canada), CBS Sports (U.S.), CFL+ (International)
Team Breakdown & Key Players
BC Lions (1-0)
- Last Game: Defeated Edmonton Elks 31-14, showcasing a balanced offensive attack.
- Key Players:
- Nathan Rourke (QB) – Threw for 324 yards and 3 touchdowns, leading the Lions’ offense.
- James Butler (RB) – Rushed for 68 yards and 1 touchdown, providing ground support.
- Stanley Berryhill (WR) – Recorded 105 receiving yards and 2 touchdowns, emerging as a top target.
- Robert Carter Jr. (LB) – Led the defense with 7 tackles, helping shut down Edmonton’s offense.
- Strengths: High-powered passing attack, strong defensive front.
- Weaknesses: Road performance, offensive line protection.
Winnipeg Blue Bombers (0-0)
- Last Season: Finished 12-8, reaching the Grey Cup for the fifth straight year.
- Key Players:
- Zach Collaros (QB) – Passed for 4,100+ yards in each of the last three seasons but is suspended for Week 1.
- Brady Oliveira (RB) – Reigning Most Outstanding Player (MOP), expected to carry the offensive load.
- Dalton Schoen (WR) – Returning from a knee injury, adding explosiveness to the passing game.
- James Vaughters (DE) – A key offseason addition to strengthen Winnipeg’s defense.
- Strengths: Experienced roster, dominant rushing attack.
- Weaknesses: Defensive losses, adjusting without Collaros in Week 1.
Matchup Analysis & Betting Insights
- Head-to-Head: Winnipeg has historically dominated BC, but the Lions enter with momentum.
- Game Strategy:
- Lions: Need Rourke to exploit Winnipeg’s secondary and maintain offensive efficiency.
- Blue Bombers: Must rely on Oliveira’s rushing attack and defensive adjustments without Collaros.
GAME ODDS
British Columbia Lions – 5.5
Winnipeg Blue Bombers 48.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Wednesday, June 11, 2025
