Game Details
| Matchup | Hamilton Tiger-Cats (1–2) vs. Toronto Argonauts (1–3) |
| Date | Friday, July 5, 2025 |
| Time | 7:30 PM ET |
| Venue | BMO Field, Toronto, ON |
| Broadcast | TSN, RDS, CFL+ (International) |
Recent Form & Storylines
Hamilton snapped a two-game skid with a dominant 35–17 win over previously unbeaten Montreal. Bo Levi Mitchell threw for 247 yards and 2 TDs, while the defense forced 3 turnovers. Toronto also earned its first win of the season in Week 4, beating Ottawa 29–16 behind a breakout performance from QB Nick Arbuckle and a game-changing defensive effort. This is the first QEW rivalry matchup of the season, and both teams are looking to build momentum after slow starts.
Tactical Breakdown
Hamilton Tiger-Cats
Head Coach: Scott Milanovich
Offensive Identity: Pass-heavy attack led by Bo Levi Mitchell (2nd in CFL passing yards)
Defensive Focus: Ball-hawking secondary with 5 takeaways in Week 4
Key Weakness: Inconsistent run game (ranked 8th in CFL rushing yards)
Toronto Argonauts
Head Coach: Ryan Dinwiddie
Offensive Identity: Vertical passing game with Arbuckle leading CFL in passing yards (1,110)
Defensive Focus: Opportunistic secondary, strong red zone defense
Key Weakness: Turnovers (8 giveaways in 4 games, 2nd most in CFL)
Key Matchups to Watch
| Matchup | Why It Matters |
| Bo Levi Mitchell vs. Toronto Secondary | Mitchell leads the CFL in passing yards per game; Argos allow 3rd fewest pass yards |
| Kenny Lawler & Tim White vs. Darrius Bratton & Benjie Franklin | Hamilton’s top WRs vs. Toronto’s physical DBs |
| Nick Arbuckle vs. Julian Howsare & Casey Sayles | Hamilton’s pass rush vs. CFL’s top passer |
| Shemar Bridges vs. Tarvarus McFadden | Rookie WR vs. veteran CB in a breakout battle |
Injury Report
Hamilton: RB Greg Bell (questionable), WR Tyler Ternowski (probable)
Toronto: WR Janarion Grant (doubtful), DL Jake Ceresna (questionable), LB Jonathan Jones (out)
GAME ODDS
Hamilton Tiger-Cats – 3
Toronto Argonauts 52.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Thursday, July 3, 2025
