Mosaic Stadium, Regina, Saskatchewan
Friday, July 25 – Kickoff: 9:00 PM ET
Broadcast: TSN / CFL+
Matchup Overview
The Saskatchewan Roughriders (5–1–0) host the struggling Edmonton Elks (1–4–0) in a pivotal Week 8 CFL showdown. Saskatchewan enters with momentum after a gritty win over BC, while Edmonton returns from a bye week hoping to reset after a string of lopsided losses. With playoff positioning already taking shape in the West Division, this game could be a turning point for both clubs.
Quarterback Battle
| Team | Quarterback | Stats | Notes |
| Roughriders | Trevor Harris | 1,895 yards, 9 TDs, 4 INTs | CFL leader in pass efficiency (118.0) |
| Elks | Cody Fajardo / Tre Ford | Combined: 5 TDs, 3 INTs | QB controversy brewing; Fajardo faces former team |
Trevor Harris is coming off a 395-yard, 3-TD performance and leads the CFL in yards per play.
Cody Fajardo, the former Riders QB, may start for Edmonton, adding drama to his return to Mosaic Stadium.
Key Players to Watch
Saskatchewan Roughriders
A.J. Ouellette – 3rd in CFL rushing (428 yards), averaging 5.6 YPC; physical downhill runner
Dohnte Meyers – Explosive WR with 132 yards and 2 TDs last week
Malik Carney – DE with 3 career sacks vs. Fajardo; key to containing mobile QBs
Edmonton Elks
Kurleigh Gittens Jr. – Top WR with 55 yards and a TD last game
Tre Ford – Dual-threat QB with 47 rushing yards last week; could rotate with Fajardo
Jake Ceresna – Veteran pass rusher tasked with disrupting Harris’s rhythm
Team Comparison
| Category | Roughriders | Elks |
| Points/Game | 30.2 (2nd) | 18.6 (8th) |
| Yards/Game | 407.0 (1st) | 300.2 (9th) |
| Turnovers Forced | 12 | 6 |
| Pass Efficiency | 131.0 | 89.4 |
| Rush Defense | 3.9 YPC allowed | 5.4 YPC allowed |
Saskatchewan dominates in offensive production and defensive efficiency, while Edmonton ranks last in yards per play allowed (7.65) and opponent pass rating.
Tactical Breakdown
Riders’ Offensive Line: Despite injuries to Zack Fry and others, Saskatchewan’s protection held strong last week. Expect quick-release passes and heavy run usage.
Elks’ QB Rotation: Fajardo’s familiarity with Mosaic Stadium could help, but splitting reps with Ford may disrupt rhythm.
Defensive Pressure: Saskatchewan’s front seven will look to collapse the pocket and force turnovers early.
Saskatchewan is 5–1 ATS this season
Edmonton is 1–5 ATS in its last six games
GAME ODDS
Edmonton Elks 52.5
Saskatchewan Roughriders – 9.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Thursday, July 24, 2025
