🏈 Argonauts vs. Redblacks Prediction & Odds: CFL Betting Preview
The Toronto Argonauts and Ottawa Redblacks will both try to earn their first wins of the season when the provincial rivals take the field at TD Place on Saturday at 1 p.m. ET (TSN3, CFL+).
Toronto is a 1.5-point betting favorite with Chad Kelly healthy and starting at QB once again, and my Argonauts vs. Redblacks prediction projects the former CFL Most Outstanding Player to shine on the road.
🏈 Argonauts vs. Redblacks prediction & expert picks
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| 💰 Pick | ⚖️ Bet size (units) | 🧠 Why I bet this |
|---|---|---|
| Argonauts ML (-125 via bet365) | 1u → 0.8u | The Redblacks are 4-15 straight up since last season |
| Over 54.5 (-108 via DraftKings) | 1u → 0.93u | These two defenses allowed the most PPG in the league last season |
| Kevin Mital anytime TD (+130 via DraftKings) | 1u → 1.3u | Mital has emerged as Toronto's go-to playmaker |
Total wagered: 3 units | Max profit: 3.03 units
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📊 Argonauts vs. Redblacks odds
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🏈 Argonauts vs. Redblacks prediction & best bet
Argonauts ML (-125)
After Ottawa's defense was a massive issue last season, former Argos bench boss turned Redblacks head coach Ryan Dinwiddie is getting a firsthand look at the problem. In their opener, the Redblacks gave up 29 to the Edmonton Elks, a season after allowing the second-most PPG (29.8) in the CFL.
And while Toronto's defense is equally concerning, the Argos are built to win high-scoring games. Kelly played at an All-Star level last week against the Montreal Alouettes, his first game since 2024.
Meanwhile, Ottawa's offense, which scored the fewest PPG last season (23.2), remains uninspiring with Jake Maier under center.
Score prediction: Argonauts 31, Redblacks 27
🔥 Best Argonauts vs. Redblacks player prop bet
Kevin Mital anytime TD (+130)
A season after leading Toronto in receptions (102) and receiving yards (886), it looks like Kevin Mital is ready to take another leap in his third season. The Canadian was Kelly's favorite option in the Argos' opener, leading the team with 109 receiving yards and a score on seven receptions.
Mital's a mismatch at his size and should be able to beat up on an Ottawa defense that allowed the third-highest QB rating in the league last season (100.5).
With Toronto's offense being pass-happy - Kelly threw for 445 in the opener - Mital should once again see a plethora of targets and be in position to find the end zone.
📈 Argonauts vs. Redblacks betting trends
| Argonauts | Statistic | Redblacks |
|---|---|---|
| 0-1 | W-L record | 0-1 |
| 0-1 | ATS record | 0-1 |
| 1-0 | O/U record | 0-1 |
| L, 37-30 vs. Alouettes | Previous result | L, 29-21 vs. Elks |
🌤️ Argonauts vs. Redblacks weather
The weather is expected to be a factor at TD Place on Saturday afternoon. While the temperature will hover around 68 degrees Fahrenheit (20 Celsius), there's a 66% chance of precipitation.
📺 How to watch Argonauts vs. Redblacks
- Date: Saturday, June 20
- Kickoff: 1 p.m. ET
- Location: TD Place (Ottawa, Ont.)
- TV: TSN3
- Steaming: CFL+
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