The CFL.ca writers' predictions for the FanDuel Canada Day Weekend are in, and they're offering some intriguing insights into the upcoming games. The writers' picks reveal a lot about their perspectives on the league's current state and the potential outcomes of these matchups.
One of the most interesting picks is the Toronto Argonauts vs. Calgary Stampeders. The writers seem to be split on this one, with a 50/50 chance of either team winning. This is despite the Argonauts' recent success, which includes a victory over the defending Grey Cup champions in Regina. The writers highlight the strong performances of Chad Kelly and Kevin Mital, but also acknowledge Calgary's momentum after their first win of the season. The Stampeders' home-field advantage and the writers' belief in their ability to build on that momentum make this a close call.
In the Saskatchewan Roughriders vs. Ottawa REDBLACKS game, the writers are almost unanimous in their prediction. They believe the Roughriders will bounce back from their first loss of the season and respond to the Green and White's strong performance against an Ottawa team still searching for its first victory. The writers highlight the balanced offence and experience of Saskatchewan, while also noting the competitive nature of the REDBLACKS.
The Edmonton Elks vs. BC Lions game is another close call, with the writers giving Edmonton an 80% chance of winning. The Elks' impressive road victories and their league-leading rushing attack, led by Justin Rankin and Cody Fajardo, are highlighted. The writers also note the Lions' struggles to find their first win, despite some encouraging signs offensively. The passing attack of Nathan Rourke and the need for a complete team performance by BC against a confident Edmonton squad make this a fascinating prediction.
The Winnipeg Blue Bombers vs. Hamilton Tiger-Cats game is a clear-cut prediction, with the writers giving Hamilton a 100% chance of winning. The Tiger-Cats' two-game winning streak and their strong offence, powered by Bo Levi Mitchell and Kenny Lawler, are highlighted. The writers also note the Blue Bombers' recent drop in form and the costly turnovers that have proven detrimental to their performance.
These predictions offer a fascinating insight into the writers' perspectives on the league's current state and the potential outcomes of these matchups. The split opinions and close calls reveal the complexity and unpredictability of the CFL, making it an exciting league to follow.
