This cross-divisional clash features two teams heading in opposite directions. The Calgary Stampeders (2–0) are off to a strong start, while the Ottawa Redblacks (0–2) are still searching for their first win of the 2025 CFL season. Calgary is looking to stay perfect at home, while Ottawa hopes to avoid a third straight loss and stabilize its quarterback situation.
Ottawa Redblacks: Searching for Stability
Record: 0–2 (4th in East Division)
Last Game: 39–18 loss vs Montreal Alouettes
Key Storylines:
Quarterback Carousel: With starter Dru Brown (hip) still sidelined, Ottawa turns to Dustin Crum, their third starting QB in three weeks. Crum brings mobility and experience but hasn’t started consistently since 2023.
Discipline Issues: Ottawa leads the CFL in penalties (25 for 231 yards) through two games.
Defensive Struggles: The Redblacks have allowed a league-high 70 points and 402 yards per game, including 310.5 passing yards per contest.
Players to Watch:
C.J. Coldon (DB): 2 interceptions in 2 games
Ryquell Armstead (RB): Expected to carry the offensive load
Lorenzo Mauldin (DL): Veteran pass rusher returning from injury
Calgary Stampeders: Balanced and Unbeaten
Record: 2–0 (1st in West Division)
Last Game: 29–19 win vs Toronto Argonauts
Key Storylines:
Vernon Adams Jr. Leading the Charge: While he hasn’t thrown a TD yet, Adams ranks 2nd in the CFL in passing yards and adds a rushing threat.
Emerging Star: WR Jalen Philpot had 6 catches for 117 yards in Week 2 and is stepping up in the absence of Reggie Begelton (knee).
Defensive Playmakers: Calgary’s defense ranks 3rd in points allowed and features Adrian Greene, who has 2 interceptions including a pick-six.
Players to Watch:
Vernon Adams Jr. (QB): 585 passing yards, 1 rushing TD
Dedrick Mills (RB): 2nd in CFL rushing, 4 TDs
Adrian Greene (DB): 2 INTs, 1 TD
Head-to-Head & Betting Trends
| Category | Ottawa Redblacks | Calgary Stampeders |
| Points Per Game | 19.0 (8th) | 33.5 (2nd) |
| Yards Allowed/Game | 402.0 (9th) | 306.5 (3rd) |
| Turnover Margin | –3 | +2 |
| 2024 Season Series | Ottawa won both games | — |
Ottawa swept Calgary in 2024, outscoring them 64–31
Calgary is 2–0 ATS in 2025, both wins by double digits
The winning team has covered the spread in each of the last 5 meetings
Projected Score:
Calgary Stampeders 28, Ottawa Redblacks 17
GAME ODDS
Ottawa Redblacks – 1
Calgary Stampeders 51.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, June 20, 2025
