{
  "id": 901151,
  "title": "Angry Edmonton Elks aim to rebound from skid against Toronto Argonauts",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/14/angry-edmonton-elks-aim-to-rebound-from-skid-against-toronto-argonauts",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-14T19:04:26.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Winnipeg Free Press",
    "slug": "winnipeg-free-press",
    "url": "https://www.winnipegfreepress.com/sports/football/cfl/2026/08/14/angry-edmonton-elks-aim-to-rebound-from-skid-against-toronto-argonauts"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Edmonton Elks find themselves in a critical situation as they aim to bounce back from a string of losses against top teams in the CFL. The team, which started the season with a 6-1 record and led the West Division, has now suffered two consecutive defeats, dropping them into second place behind the Saskatchewan Roughriders. With the upcoming match against the Toronto Argonauts looming, the Elks are determined to reclaim their status as a top-tier team.\n\nThe defensive players, feeling frustrated and angry, are determined to make up for their recent setbacks. Joel Dublanko, a defensive back, expressed his frustration, stating that the team takes pride in their defensive style and won't let 48 points on the board go unnoticed. Defensive end Malik Carney emphasized that this game represents the team's identity and highlighted their resilience, noting that adversity has been a constant throughout the season. Coach Mark Kilam reassured the team that the recent losses provide valuable lessons, urging them to learn from them in August rather than November.\n\nQuarterback Cody Fajardo remains confident in his team's ability to compete against Toronto, which has shown its offensive prowess with an average of 31 points per game and three road victories. The Elks will be without Kenny Logan Jr., who sustained an injury in the previous game, with JJ Ross and Terez Reid stepping into his role. As they prepare for the Toronto Argonauts, the Elks are focused on being physical, relentless in their rush, and tackling properly, confident in their ability to beat any team in the league.",
  "summary": null,
  "key_points": [
    "Edmonton Elks aim to rebound from two-game losing streak",
    "Defenders frustrated, determined to make up for recent setbacks",
    "Quarterback Cody Fajardo confident in team's ability to compete"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": "https://urgent.news/ill/901151.png",
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Global News",
        "title": "Angry Elks aim to rebound against Argonauts",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/14/angry-elks-aim-to-rebound-against-argonauts",
        "published": "2026-08-14T19:05:55.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}