Banjo Bowl,
Kickoff is scheduled for 4:00 p.m. ET / 3:00 p.m. CT
Princess Auto Stadium, Winnipeg, Manitoba.
This is the annual Banjo Bowl rematch of the Labour Day Classic, a heated Prairie rivalry game with major West Division implications. Saskatchewan sits second in the West (two points behind Edmonton in some standings snapshots), while Winnipeg is tied or near third and looking to close the gap. Broadcast on TSN (with CTV/Crave options) and CFL+.
Venue
Princess Auto Stadium (formerly IG Field), Winnipeg. Expected sellout atmosphere for the Banjo Bowl.
Weather Forecast
Cool and cloudy conditions expected in Winnipeg. Highs around 15°C (59°F), with a mix of sun and cloud and a 30% chance of showers later in the afternoon/evening. Northwest winds 20–30 km/h (gusting higher at times). Lows near 5°C. Chilly by CFL standards for mid-September; conditions should favor a lower-scoring or field-position game more than a track meet.
Recent Team Forms
Saskatchewan Roughriders (8-4): Strong season, winners of two straight and four of six in recent form. They defeated Winnipeg 32-26 in overtime in the Labour Day Classic on Sept. 6 at Mosaic Stadium (record crowd). Offense is productive through the air under Trevor Harris; defense has been solid. Sitting firmly in the playoff mix and chasing first in the West.
Winnipeg Blue Bombers (6-6): Inconsistent lately (losers of two of three and four of six in some reports). They pushed Saskatchewan to overtime last week but fell short after forcing the extra period with a late TD. Offense relies on Zach Collaros; they need a bounce-back at home to stay in the thick of the West race.
Series History
Classic Prairie rivalry featuring the Labour Day Classic and Banjo Bowl. Saskatchewan won the most recent meeting 32-26 in OT (Sept. 6, 2026). Winnipeg has historically performed well in Banjo Bowl home games (strong record in recent editions, including wins in many of the last 10). Games are typically competitive and often decided by one score.
Injury / Availability Reports
Saskatchewan Roughriders: Key absences include RB A.J. Ouellette (knee/questionable or limited; rookie Quali Conley has been handling the load), RB/FB Albert Awachie, FB Morgen Runge, WRs Samuel Emilus, Kian Schaffer-Baker, Mathew Sexton, and various defensive backs (e.g., Antoine Brooks Jr., Tevaughn Campbell, JuJu Hughes, Rolan Milligan) and others on longer-term lists. Kicker change: Dawson Hodge set to start over Alex Hale (who was moved to the practice roster after inconsistency). Habakkuk Baldonado returns to the DL.
Winnipeg Blue Bombers: Positive returns include WR Nic Demski (ankle) and S Redha Kramdi (hand, missed six games). Out: WR Ontaria Wilson (hand), LB Jaiden Woodbey (hamstring). Other longer-term notes include various DBs and LBs. Rookie WR Kenneth Womack expected to see increased role.
Current Player Rosters / Key Contributors
Saskatchewan Roughriders: QB Trevor Harris (veteran leader, strong yardage production); backups Tommy Stevens (scored multiple TDs in the Labour Day win, including OT), Jack Coan. RBs Quali Conley (key in Ouellette’s absence), Thomas Bertrand-Hudon. WRs KeeSean Johnson (1,000-yard pace), Dhel Duncan-Busby (big Labour Day game), D’Sean Mimbs, James Letcher Jr. Defense features Mike Rose, James Vaughters, Derick Roberson, Aubrey Miller Jr., Jameer Thurman, and secondary pieces like Marcus Sayles and Nelson Lokombo (when available). Special teams: Dawson Hodge (K debut).
Winnipeg Blue Bombers: QB Zach Collaros (experienced starter); backups Dru Brown, Bryce Perkins. RB Brady Oliveira. WRs Nic Demski (returning), Tim White, Kevens Clercius, Dorian Singer (key late TD last week), Tommy Nield, Ontaria Wilson (out). Strong OL with Stanley Bryant and Patrick Neufeld. Defense led by Willie Jefferson and the front (Jake Ceresna, etc.), LBs, and secondary with Deatrick Nichols, Evan Holm, Redha Kramdi (returning). Kicker Sergio Castillo (reliable).
Key Player vs. Player Matchups
Trevor Harris / Riders receivers (KeeSean Johnson, Duncan-Busby) vs. Bombers secondary (with Kramdi returning): Harris has been efficient; Demski’s return boosts Winnipeg’s offense but the secondary gets a boost too.
Zach Collaros / Demski & Singer vs. Riders defense: Collaros will look for revenge; Saskatchewan’s pass rush and coverage will be tested after allowing the late TD last week.
Run games: Quali Conley (or Ouellette if available) vs. Winnipeg’s front (Jefferson et al.); Brady Oliveira vs. Saskatchewan’s run defense.
Special teams: New Riders kicker Dawson Hodge in a high-pressure Banjo Bowl environment vs. reliable Castillo. Field position and returns could be decisive in cooler weather.
Coaching/rivalry intensity: Both sides highly motivated after the OT classic.
Betting Trends
Recent H2H has been close; Winnipeg often strong at home in the Banjo Bowl, but Saskatchewan has the better overall record and recent form. Cooler weather may lean under.
GAME ODDS
Saskatchewan Roughriders – 1.5
Winnipeg Blue Bombers 56.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, September 11, 2026
