Elks vs. Roughriders Prediction & Odds: CFL Week 8 Expert Picks
📡 SBR Edge: Rankin Runs All Over Roughriders
My Elks vs. Roughriders prediction includes Elks +4.5 (-110) and Under 57.5 (-105). Saskatchewan will likely struggle to contain Justin Rankin, who has the second-shortest Most Outstanding Player odds, while Edmonton has allowed just 17 points in back-to-back games.
🏈 Elks vs. Roughriders prediction: CFL picks
See all of our experts' CFL picks based on the latest CFL odds.
| 💰 Pick | ⚖️ Units | 🧠 Why I bet this |
|---|---|---|
| Elks +4.5 (-110 via DraftKings) | 2.2u → 2u | The Roughriders' defense will likely struggle to contain Rankin. |
| Under 57.5 (-105 via BetMGM) | 0.53u → 0.5u | The Elks have allowed 17 points in back-to-back games. |
Total wagered: 2.73 units | Max profit: 2.5 units
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🏆 Who will win Elks vs. Roughriders?
I like the Roughriders to beat the Elks by just two points today, meaning there's value on Edmonton +4.5. The Roughriders have the second-shortest Grey Cup odds, while the Elks have the third-shortest, so it makes sense that Saskatchewan is favored at home. However, this isn't a great matchup for the defending champions.
Score prediction: Roughriders 29, Elks 27
💰 Elks vs. Roughriders prediction & best bet
Elks +4.5 (-110)
Rankin is coming off a quiet game (seven carries for nine yards), but that's to be expected against the Lions, who have the CFL's best run defense.
However, the Roughriders allow 101.8 rushing yards per game, the fourth-most in the league, so Saskatchewan will likely struggle to contain Rankin on the ground.
The Elks are 4-0 ATS when Rankin rushes for more than 20 yards, and he'll likely eclipse 100 yards against this Saskatchewan defense. Elks +4.5 (-110) at DraftKings is the best line available among the top sports betting apps.
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Under 57.5 (-105)
The Elks' defense has been elite, allowing just 23 points per game, the fewest in the CFL. It's only gotten better recently, too, giving up just 17 points in each of its last two games.
Both teams rank in the top three in passing yards allowed per game - Saskatchewan first and Edmonton third - so there's a strong chance both offenses will rely on the run, which should slow the tempo and help the Under hit.
Under 57.5 (-105) at BetMGM is the best line available among the top sports betting sites.
🚀 Elks vs. Roughriders same-game parlay
Parlaying these two bets at DraftKings pays +254.
💵 Elks vs. Roughriders SGP picks
- Elks +4.5
- Under 57.5
Odds: +254 via DraftKings
💵 My betting record for CFL picks
All CFL picks have been tracked since June 4.
| Bet type | Record | Net profit | ROI |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 6-10 | -2.99 units ❌ | -13.9% ❌ |
| Spreads | 4-4 | -0.66 units ❌ | -3.9% ❌ |
| Totals | 2-6 | -2.33 units ❌ | -52.5% ❌ |
📊 Live Elks vs. Roughriders odds
📈 Elks vs. Roughriders betting trends
| Elks | Statistic | Roughriders |
|---|---|---|
| 5-1 | W-L record | 4-1 |
| 5-1 | ATS record | 3-2 |
| 1-4-1 | O/U record | 3-2 |
| W, 19-17 vs. Lions | Previous result | W, 38-7 vs. Tiger-Cats |
🌤️ Elks vs. Roughriders weather
Temperatures in Regina, Saskatchewan, tonight will hover around 72°F, with a 25% chance of precipitation and wind gusts up to 18 mph. Overall, the weather shouldn't have much of an impact on play, though a passing shower remains possible.
📺 How to watch Elks vs. Roughriders
- Date: Thursday, July 23
- Kickoff: 9 p.m. ET
- Location: Mosaic Stadium (Regina, Saskatchewan)
- TV: CBS Sports Network, TSN
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