BMO Field, Toronto, Ontario
Saturday, July 26 – Kickoff: 7:00 PM ET
Broadcast: TSN / CFL+
Game Overview
The Winnipeg Blue Bombers (3–2–0) travel east to face the Toronto Argonauts (1–5–0) in a crucial CFL Week 8 matchup. Winnipeg looks to rebound from back-to-back losses to Calgary, while Toronto is desperate to salvage a season that’s slipping away fast. This game marks a rematch of the 2024 Grey Cup, but both teams are trending in opposite directions.
Quarterback Comparison
| Team | Quarterback | Stats | Notes |
| Blue Bombers | Zach Collaros | 952 yards, 7 TDs, 6 INTs | Expected to start after full practice participation |
| Argonauts | Nick Arbuckle | 1,691 yards, 9 TDs, 8 INTs | Inconsistent but capable of big games |
Collaros returns after a minor injury scare, aiming to exploit Toronto’s porous secondary.
Arbuckle has shown flashes but struggles with turnovers and red-zone efficiency.
Impact Players to Watch
Winnipeg Blue Bombers
Brady Oliveira – 245 rushing yards; poised for breakout vs. Toronto’s weak run defense
Nic Demski – 371 receiving yards, 5 TDs; deep threat with elite YAC ability
Chris Streveler – Dual-threat backup QB; could see situational snaps
Toronto Argonauts
Damonte Coxie – 442 receiving yards, 3 TDs; reliable target with big-play upside
Deonta McMahon – Averaging 4.6 YPC; scored in last outing
Miyan Williams – Needs more touches to spark Toronto’s stagnant ground game
Team Stats Breakdown
| Category | Blue Bombers | Argonauts |
| Points/Game | 26.6 (5th) | 25.5 (6th) |
| Yards/Game | 387.4 (4th) | 309.3 (8th) |
| Rush Yards/Game | 123.8 | 46.7 |
| Pass Yards Allowed | 261.6 | 256.5 |
| Points Allowed/Game | 27.0 | 31.5 |
Toronto ranks near the bottom in rush defense and points allowed, while Winnipeg boasts a more balanced attack and stronger defensive metrics.
Strategic Insights
Winnipeg’s Game Plan: Expect a heavy dose of Oliveira early to wear down Toronto’s front seven. Collaros will target Demski and Dalton Schoen on play-action.
Toronto’s Response: Arbuckle must avoid early turnovers and lean on short passing to move the chains. McMahon could be key in red-zone packages.
Defensive Pressure: Winnipeg’s front will test Toronto’s O-line, which has allowed 14 sacks this season.
Winnipeg is 5–2 ATS in its last 7 road games
Toronto is 2–4 ATS in its last 6 overall
GAME ODDS
Winnipeg Blue Bombers – 3.5
Toronto Argonauts 50.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, July 25, 2025
