Venue: Mosaic Stadium at Taylor Field — Regina, Saskatchewan
Kickoff: 7:00 PM CT / 6:00 PM MT / 5:00 PM PT
Surface: Natural grass
Capacity: ~33,000
Venue Profile — Mosaic Stadium
One of the CFL’s loudest and most weather‑exposed stadiums:
Wind frequently impacts passing and kicking
Rider Nation creates one of the league’s strongest home‑field advantages
Wide sideline spacing favours teams with strong horizontal passing games
Edmonton historically struggles in Regina, especially in tight games
Expect a high‑energy, physical contest with crowd noise influencing snap counts.
Weather Forecast — Regina, SK
Temperature: 77–81°F
Humidity: 40–50%
Wind: 12–18 mph (southwest, crosswind)
Conditions: Clear, breezy
Impact:
Crosswinds may disrupt deep passing
Kicking game becomes a major factor
Slight advantage to teams with strong run/pass balance
Team Form & Statistical Profile
Edmonton Elks (5‑1‑0)
Last 5 Games: W‑W‑W‑L‑W Points Per Game: 27.4 Points Allowed: 22.1 Road Record: 2‑1
Team Identity
Balanced offense
Strong quarterback play
Improved defensive front
Heavy reliance on Tre Ford, Kevin Brown, Eugene Lewis, Kurleigh Gittens Jr.
One of the CFL’s most improved teams in 2026
Saskatchewan Roughriders (4‑1‑0)
Last 5 Games: W‑W‑L‑W‑W Points Per Game: 25.8 Points Allowed: 20.7 Home Record: 2‑0
Team Identity
Physical defense
Efficient passing game
Strong special teams
Heavy reliance on Trevor Harris, Jamal Morrow, Samuel Emilus, Kian Schaffer‑Baker
One of the CFL’s most consistent home teams
Listed Injury Reports
Edmonton Elks
Tre Ford (QB): Available — minor ankle soreness
Kevin Brown (RB): Day‑to‑day — hamstring
Eugene Lewis (WR): Available — shoulder wrap
Jake Ceresna (DL): Out — knee
Nyles Morgan (LB): Day‑to‑day — quad
Elks’ defensive front depth is impacted.
Saskatchewan Roughriders
Trevor Harris (QB): Available — rib protection
Jamal Morrow (RB): Day‑to‑day — ankle
Kian Schaffer‑Baker (WR): Available — wrist
Anthony Lanier II (DL): Out — elbow
Derrick Moncrief (LB): Day‑to‑day — shoulder
Riders’ defensive line rotation is weakened.
Projected Starting Lineups
Edmonton Elks Offense
QB: Tre Ford
RB: Kevin Brown
WR: Eugene Lewis
WR: Kurleigh Gittens Jr.
WR: Dillon Mitchell
LT: Martez Ivey
Saskatchewan Roughriders Offense
QB: Trevor Harris
RB: Jamal Morrow
WR: Samuel Emilus
WR: Kian Schaffer‑Baker
WR: Shawn Bane Jr.
LT: Trevor Reid
Key Player vs Player Matchups
1. Tre Ford (EDM) vs Saskatchewan Linebackers
Ford’s mobility stresses Saskatchewan’s second level. Riders must contain him with disciplined spy assignments. Edge: Ford
2. Trevor Harris (SSK) vs Edmonton Secondary
Harris excels in timing routes and intermediate throws. Edmonton’s secondary has allowed chunk plays this season. Edge: Harris
3. Kevin Brown (EDM) vs Riders Run Defense
Brown’s downhill style matches well vs Saskatchewan’s weakened DL. If Brown is limited, Edmonton’s run game suffers. Edge: Even (depends on Brown’s health)
4. Samuel Emilus (SSK) vs Edmonton Corners
Emilus is emerging as a top CFL receiver. Edmonton’s corners struggle with physical route runners. Edge: Emilus
Recent Team Trends
Edmonton Elks
Averaging 26.8 points over last 4
Defense allowing 21.5 points
Strong second‑half team
Road games trending Under
Saskatchewan Roughriders
Averaging 25.2 points over last 4
Defense allowing 19.9 points
Elite red‑zone efficiency
Home games trending Under
Series History
Last 10 meetings: Riders lead 6‑4
At Mosaic Stadium: Riders 4‑1 in last 5
2025 season: Split 1‑1
Ford vs Riders: 1‑1 career
Harris vs Elks: 3‑1 career
Betting Trends
Elks ATS: 4‑2 in 2026
Riders ATS: 3‑2 in 2026
Elks O/U: Under in 4 of last 6
Riders O/U: Under in 3 of last 5
Riders ML at home: 7‑3 in last 10
Elks ML on road: 4‑6 in last 10
GAME ODDS
Edmonton Elks 57.5
Saskatchewan Roughriders – 4
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Wednesday, July 22, 2026
