Saskatchewan Roughriders Rally Past Winnipeg Blue Bombers 31–27

The Saskatchewan Roughriders rallied from a three-point deficit in the final minute to defeat the Winnipeg Blue Bombers 31–27 in CFL preseason action Saturday in Saskatoon. Quarterback Brayden Schager connected with Daniel Wiebe on a three-yard touchdown pass with 42 seconds remaining to complete the comeback, capping a 431-yard offensive effort by the Riders. Schager completed 10 of 18 attempts for 139 yards before delivering the decisive score late in the fourth quarter. Winnipeg outpaced Saskatchewan through most of the contest but could not seal the victory defensively when it mattered most. Both clubs open the 2026 regular season June 4.

Sources: 620 CKRM, CFL.ca

Edmonton Elks Dominate BC Lions 34–16 in Preseason Opener

The Edmonton Elks delivered an emphatic 34–16 victory over the BC Lions in their preseason opener Friday at Starlight Stadium in Langford, B.C., before a sold-out crowd of 6,126. Edmonton's balanced attack generated 450 total yards, highlighted by rookie Carter Kettyle's 58-yard touchdown run and three TD passes from the Elks quarterbacks. Four different Edmonton players crossed the goal line while Jesus Gomez contributed a pair of field goals. The Lions, held to 289 yards of total offence, trailed 17–10 at halftime and never threatened in the second half. Defensive lineman Justin Pace registered a sack on BC quarterback Kaidon Slater as Edmonton controlled the line of scrimmage throughout.

Sources: BVM Sports, American Football International

Toronto Argonauts Overcome 10–7 Deficit, Defeat Hamilton Tiger-Cats 20–10

The Toronto Argonauts scored 13 unanswered points in the fourth quarter to defeat the Hamilton Tiger-Cats 20–10 in CFL preseason action Saturday at Hamilton Stadium in rainy conditions. Running back Samuel Hicks led the Toronto offence with two rushing touchdowns, and backup quarterback Tucker Horn threw a late touchdown pass to seal the result after the Argonauts trailed 10–7 through three quarters. Hamilton's offence managed just three points after the first frame, unable to sustain any drive against Toronto's defense. The Argonauts' regular season begins June 4 when quarterback Chad Kelly, returning from a broken leg suffered in the 2024 East Final, faces Montreal at Tim Hortons Field.

Sources: TSN

Keelan White Scores Twice as Ottawa Redblacks Down Montreal Alouettes 27–12

The Ottawa Redblacks scored 21 points in the first half and never looked back, defeating the Montreal Alouettes 27–12 in CFL preseason action Friday at Percival Molson Stadium. Wide receiver Keelan White caught two touchdown passes from quarterback Jake Maier, who connected on a 12-yard score on the opening drive before finding White again on a four-yard TD early in the second quarter. Ottawa led wire-to-wire throughout and held Montreal without a substantial response. Alouettes quarterback Davis Alexander, returning healthy after a 2025 hamstring issue, made his preseason debut but could not generate the offensive production needed to close the gap. The regular season opens June 4.

Sources: TSN, 3DownNation

Halifax Stadium Proposal Renews CFL Expansion Hopes in Atlantic Canada

A newly proposed $1.5-billion entertainment district outside Halifax has rekindled hopes for a 10th CFL franchise in Atlantic Canada. Delaware-based Ridgehaven Holdings LLC, led by Las Vegas lawyer Mason Williams and financial strategist Robert Millet, is seeking to build a 25,000-seat multi-use stadium near Halifax Stanfield International Airport on Highway 102. The group requires $500 million in equity and $1 billion in debt financing, with JPMorgan Chase reportedly on board to provide construction capital. Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston described himself as “intrigued” and willing to consider using provincial powers to extend infrastructure to the site. CFL commissioner Stewart Johnston has stated he would “love” a 10th team by 2030.

Sources: 3DownNation

CFL Sets Final-Year CBS Sports Network Schedule as Broadcast Future Remains Unclear

The CFL has unveiled its 2026 American broadcast schedule, featuring 34 regular-season games on CBS Sports Network — the fourth and final year of the league's reported $1-million annual deal with the network, which expires alongside the Canadian broadcast deal with TSN at season's end. The package includes the full opening week, all three Labour Day Classic rivalry matchups, and the Thanksgiving Classic. The season's final American television broadcast falls October 12 when Saskatchewan hosts Montreal. The remaining 47 regular-season games, all playoff contests, and the 112th Grey Cup will stream free on CFL+. No replacement broadcast agreement has been announced, leaving the league's television future beyond 2026 open.

Sources: 3DownNation

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