Stamps, Lions can clinch playoff berths with wins
The task before the B.C. Lions and Calgary Stampeders this week is a very simple one.
The B.C. Lions and Calgary Stampeders have a crucial week ahead, as both teams can secure CFL playoff berths with victories. The Lions (9-6) will host the Ottawa Redblacks (0-15) on Friday, while Calgary (8-8) will visit the Winnipeg Blue Bombers (7-8) on Saturday. Meanwhile, the Edmonton Elks (11-4) have already clinched a post-season berth, but can still determine their home playoff game status with a win on Friday night in Hamilton or a Saskatchewan loss on Saturday in Montreal.
The Calgary-Winnipeg matchup is particularly noteworthy, as the two teams are tied 1-1 in the series, with the Stampeders holding a home advantage. However, the teams have not faced each other since July, and Calgary has won three of their last four matches overall. The Stampeders have also struggled within the West Division, as they are currently 3-5, while the Bombers are 2-5.
Calgary defeated Saskatchewan last Friday, their third consecutive win, and has the best redzone touchdowns in the CFL. Winnipeg has dropped its last two games, including a 37-10 loss to Montreal, which secured the East Division's top spot. Winnipeg's offense ranks last in net yards and passing yards allowed, while Calgary's defense is eighth in both offensive yards and passing yards allowed per game.
The Lions lead the CFL in net offensive yards and rushing, with Zander Horvath being a standout performer with four touchdowns and 164 rushing yards.
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