Edmonton Elk, Calgary Stampeders Bring Momentum in Labor Day
The Calgary Stampeders are gearing up to face off against the Edmonton Elk in their annual Labor Day match on Monday. This game marks the first Labor Day showdown for veteran Vernon Adams Jr. with the Stampeders.
Both teams are coming into this game on a three-game win streak, with Calgary boasting a 7-3 record while Edmonton sits at 4-8. However, Edmonton’s recent victories have all been against East Division teams, as they are 0-4 against their conference rivals. On the other hand, Calgary has a perfect 5-0 record within the West Division.
Calgary’s defense has been a standout this season, leading the league in several categories including least offensive points allowed, touchdowns, and interceptions. They also top the charts in defensive return touchdowns.
Quarterback Cody Fajardo has been leading the charge for Edmonton, with impressive stats including a completion rate of 76.3% and three touchdowns. However, he will face a tough challenge against Calgary’s formidable defense.
In head-to-head matchups, Calgary has dominated the Labor Day games, winning 10 of the last 12 meetings. Quarterback Vernon Adams Jr. holds a 6-1 career record against Edmonton, adding another layer of intrigue to this matchup.
In another exciting game, the Winnipeg Blue Bombers will take on the Saskatchewan Roughriders on Sunday evening. Saskatchewan holds the best record in the CFL at 8-2, but they are coming off a loss to Calgary. Winnipeg, on the other hand, has won their last two games and will be looking to continue their winning streak.
Running back Brady Oliveira has been a standout player for Winnipeg, with a strong performance in their recent victory over Montreal. However, Saskatchewan’s defense has been impressive, limiting teams to just 76.3 yards per game on the ground.
In the final game of the weekend, the Toronto Argonauts will face off against the Hamilton Tiger-Cats on Monday afternoon. Hamilton has a strong record on Labor Day matchups and will be looking to continue their dominance over Toronto. Quarterback Bo Levi Mitchell has been impressive for the Tiger-Cats, averaging 289 passing yards per game.
Toronto is coming off a big win over BC, with quarterback Nick Arbuckle leading the way. They will be looking to build on their success and pull off an upset against Hamilton.
Overall, it promises to be an exciting weekend of CFL action, with key matchups and intriguing storylines to follow.
