Elks vs. Stampeders Week 3 CFL Picks: Can the Stamps Stay Undefeated?

The Edmonton Elks rank second-last in points, and they've allowed the most. See who we favor in our Elks-Stampeders picks.

The Elks probably wish they could hit the reset button on the 2022 season. They're averaging only 15.5 points per game while allowing a league-high 42.5. Meanwhile, the Calgary Stampeders have squeaked by twice, earning three-point victories in their first two games. The Stampeders will look to start their season 3-0, while the Elks still seek their first win.

Here are our Elks-Stampeders CFL picks for Week 3 (odds via DraftKings and Caesars sportsbooks; Pick confidence is based on a 1-to-5-star scale).

Elks vs. Stampeders Game Info

Date: Saturday, June 25, 7:00 p.m. ETTV: TSN/ESPN+Location: McMahon Stadium, Calgary, AlbertaWeather: 65 degrees, 4% chance of precipitation, 7-mph winds

Elks vs. Stampeders Odds

Elks vs. Stampeders Odds Analysis

This line has fluctuated slightly since opening with the Stampeders as the 9.5-point favorites.

Early bettors are showing a little faith in the Elks, with action on Edmonton dropping the Stampeders to an 8- or 9-point favorite, depending on the book. If you think Calgary will run away with a win, the best spot to make that play is Caesars, where the Stamps are eight-point favorites, rather than -8.5 or -9 at other books.

Elks vs. Stampeders Picks

Moneyline:Stampeders (-340 via Caesars)?????Spread:Elks + 9.0 (-110 via DraftKings)???Over/Under:Over 49.5 (-110 via DraftKings)???

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Elks vs. Stampeders ML Pick

Stampeders (-340)

Picking the Elks will be hard until they can become more efficient offensively.

Kenny Lawler is racking up receiving yards for them. However, quarterback Nick Arbuckle has only thrown one touchdown pass to five interceptions. And even though Bo Levi Mitchell hasn’t been much better, the Stampeders' rushing attack has been very effective. Their top two running backs are averaging almost five yards per carry, and that strength should lead the Stampeders to an outright win.

Ka’Deem Carey returning from an injury will also help the Stampeders. He ran for 60 yards and two touchdowns in Week 1.

Elks vs. Stampeders ATS Pick

Elks +9 (-110)

Both of the Stampeders' games have been very close. They’ve endured after some slow starts, and that could happen again. Expect them to run the ball early and often, allowing the Elks to keep pace.

The Elks suffered a 10-point loss last week to the Roughriders, a team that's been more efficient than the Stampeders. Calgary will win, but the Stamps won't cover.

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Elks vs. Stampeders O/U Pick

Over 49.5 (-110)

The books have set the total for this game correctly. However, the Elks could finally put some offense together in Week 3.

Nobody has been able to cover Lawler so far, as he’s second in the league in receiving yards. Expect the Elks to target him often to keep up with the Stampeders. Look for some back and forth before the Stampeders pull ahead to win in a close game with more scoring than you likely expect.

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Elks-Stampeders picks made 6/23/2022 at 8:15 p.m. ET.