This East Division matchup features a winless Ottawa side visiting a Toronto team sitting second in the East and looking to build momentum after a recent Labour Day Classic victory. Broadcast on TSN (Canada) and CFL+ (U.S.).
Venue
BMO Field (capacity approximately 26,000), home of the Argonauts in Toronto.
Weather Forecast
Pleasant early-fall conditions expected. Highs around 24–25°C (75–77°F), with partly sunny to increasing clouds. A 30–40% chance of showers later in the afternoon or evening, with possible thunderstorm risk later. Lows near 15–20°C. Light winds (around 10 km/h or less from the southeast/south). Comfortable for football with minimal disruption expected early.
Recent Team Forms
Toronto Argonauts (6-6): Sitting second in the East behind Montreal. They have been more competitive recently, winning four of their last six in some reports and coming off a 37-22 Labour Day win at Hamilton. Offense ranks highly in passing (led by Chad Kelly) and total yards; they average around 30 points per game. Defense is mid-pack. Home record has been solid in recent outings.
Ottawa Redblacks (0-11): Still seeking their first win. They have struggled significantly on both sides of the ball, ranking near the bottom in points scored (~22.5/game), rushing, and points allowed (~37.5/game). Recent losses include a 45-24 home defeat to B.C. Lions. Offense relies heavily on the pass; the run game has been especially poor. They have made extensive roster and depth-chart changes heading into this game.
Series History
Toronto has dominated recent meetings. In their June 20, 2026, clash, the Argonauts won 44-24 in Ottawa. Toronto holds a strong edge in the all-time and recent H2H sample (reports note Argos 8-2 SU in their last 10 meetings in some trends). Ottawa has lost several consecutive visits to BMO Field.
Injury / Availability Reports
Ottawa Redblacks: Significant defensive turnover and injuries. C.J. Reavis (DB/LB, hamstring) to the six-game injured list. Other notes include Brian Cole II (LB, doubtful), Aidan John (DL, doubtful), Marcus Barnes (DB, out), Jessie Evans (DL, out). Multiple roster moves (12 changes reported) with new starters on defense (e.g., Isaiah Mack, Luiji Vilain on the line; secondary adjustments including Christian Matthew, Adrian Frye, Travian Blaylock). Some veterans returning to depth roles.
Toronto Argonauts: Chad Kelly (QB) is available after earlier toe concerns and full practices. Out or limited notes include Jake Herslow (WR), Andrew Chatfield (DL), Kendall Randolph (OL), Alex Teubner (DB), and others on longer-term lists (e.g., Jack Cassar in some reports). Core skill players largely intact.
Always check final game-day depth charts, as CFL rosters and statuses can shift.
Current Player Rosters / Key Contributors
Toronto Argonauts: QB Chad Kelly (league leader in passing yards and TDs in available stats, with high volume); backups Nick Arbuckle, Tucker Horn. RBs Isaiah Smith, Qualan Jones. Key WRs Damonte Coxie (leading receiver with 1,000+ yards), Tyler Kahmann, Kevin Mital, Janarion Grant (return threat). Strong OL and defensive pieces including Dewayne Hendrix, Ralph Holley, Jonathan Kongbo on the line; Adarius Pickett and others in the secondary/LB group. Special teams: Lirim Hajrullahu (K).
Ottawa Redblacks: QB Jake Maier (primary starter with solid volume but team struggles); backups include Bryson Barnes and McLeod Bethel-Thompson. RBs Greg Bell, Daniel Adeboboye. Receivers Justin Hardy, Keelan White (consistent production), Ayden Eberhardt, Kalil Pimpleton, others. Defense has been in flux with multiple changes; key names include veterans like Cleyon Laing (when available), A.J. Allen, and new additions. Special teams have seen turnover (e.g., kicking changes earlier).
Key Player vs. Player Matchups
Chad Kelly vs. Ottawa secondary/defense: Kelly’s high-volume passing attack (Coxie and others) against a Redblacks unit that ranks poorly against the pass and is dealing with multiple personnel changes. Expect Toronto to air it out.
Jake Maier / Ottawa receivers (Hardy, White) vs. Argonauts secondary: Ottawa’s best chance is through the air; Toronto’s DBs and pass rush (Hendrix et al.) will look to pressure and limit big plays.
Run games: Both teams rank lower in rushing. Toronto’s ground game vs. Ottawa’s weak run defense could open play-action; Ottawa’s anemic rush attack may struggle further.
Special teams and field position: Grant’s return ability for Toronto could be a factor against an Ottawa unit that has been inconsistent.
Coaching subplot: Ryan Dinwiddie’s first game back in Toronto as Ottawa HC/GM against his former club.
Betting Trends
Ottawa has been a frequent underdog and ATS underperformer; Toronto has covered or won outright in most recent H2H and has home success. High-scoring potential exists given Toronto’s offense and Ottawa’s defensive issues, though Ottawa’s low output can keep totals in check.
GAME ODDS
Ottawa Redblacks 62
Toronto Argonauts – 10
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, September 11, 2026
