CIS-CFB Game Preview: Regina Rams (3-0) vs. Saskatchewan Huskies (2-1)

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Venue & Logistics

  • Venue: Griffiths Stadium in Nutrien Park, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
  • Kickoff Time: 7:00 PM CT
  • Broadcast: Canada West TV, SaskTel MaxTV, and local radio affiliates

Weather Forecast (Saskatoon, SK)

  • Conditions: Clear skies, crisp prairie evening
  • Temperature: 17°C (63°F) at kickoff, dropping to 12°C (54°F) by the fourth quarter
  • Winds: 14 km/h from the northwest
  • Precipitation: 0% chance of rain
  • Impact: Excellent passing conditions; slight crosswind may affect long field goals

Injury Report

  • Regina Rams:
    • QB Noah Pelletier (ankle) – Questionable
    • WR Carter Shewchuk (concussion protocol) – Out
    • LB Ryder Varga (hamstring) – Probable
  • Saskatchewan Huskies:
  • RB Josh Ewanchyna (knee) – Probable
  • OL Nick Summach (shoulder) – Out
  • DB Charlie Ringland (groin) – Game-time decision

Key Player Matchups

  • QB Battle: If Pelletier plays, his dual-threat ability could stretch Saskatchewan’s linebackers. Huskies’ QB Mason Nyhus is the more polished passer, with a strong deep ball.
  • RB Josh Ewanchyna (Saskatchewan) vs. Rams Front Seven – Ewanchyna’s power running is a key weapon; Regina has allowed 145 rushing yards per game.
  • WR Ajou Ajou (Saskatchewan) vs. Rams Secondary – Ajou’s size and NFL-camp pedigree make him a mismatch on the outside.
  • Rams Pass Rush vs. Huskies Offensive Line – With Summach out, Saskatchewan’s protection could be vulnerable to edge blitzes.

Recent Team Form

  • Regina Rams: 1-2
    • W vs. Manitoba 27-24
    • L vs. Calgary 14-28
    • L vs. UBC 10-31
    • Offense inconsistent; averaging 17 points per game.
  • Saskatchewan Huskies: 3-0
  • W vs. Alberta 34-20
  • W vs. Manitoba 41-17
  • W vs. Calgary 28-13
  • Balanced attack; defense allowing just 16.7 points per game.

Series History

  • All-Time Meetings: Saskatchewan leads 49-20
  • Last 5 Meetings: Saskatchewan 5-0
  • Most Recent: Huskies 36, Rams 20 (2024)

Betting Trends

  • Saskatchewan is 8-2 ATS in last 10 vs. Regina.
  • The Over has hit in 4 of the last 6 meetings.
  • Regina is 1-6 ATS in last 7 road games vs. Saskatchewan.

Historical Betting Results

  • 2024: Saskatchewan -13.5, won 36-20 → Cover, Over
  • 2023: Saskatchewan -10, won 31-14 → Cover, Under
  • 2022: Saskatchewan -17, won 38-21 → Cover, Over

Game Odds

Regina Rams                      48

Saskatchewan Huskies  – 14.5

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Thursday, September 18, 2025

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