The Winnipeg Blue Bombers and B.C. Lions should feel fortunate to have each other. Both teams pushed each other to the limit during the West Division race this season. Ultimately, the Blue Bombers prevailed in the CFL standings and won the division by two games.
Lions vs. Blue Bombers Picks
CFL Pick: Winnipeg 4.5 spread.
But there was little doubt for anyone making BC vs Winnipeg best bets that the two teams would square off against each other in the playoffs. The Blue Bombers are the defending West Division champions and won two of the team’s three meetings during the regular season.
B.C. Lions vs. Winnipeg Blue Bombers Odds
| Team | Spread | Moneyline | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lions | +4½ -110 | +450 | o 50 -110 |
| Blue Bombers | -4½ -110 | -210 | u 50 -110 |
Lions vs. Blue Bombers Information
B.C. Lions vs Winnipeg Blue Bombers
Location of the game: IG Field, Winnipeg, Manitoba.
Date & Time: Saturday, November 11. 6:30 p.m.
How to watch: CBS Sports Network
Recent Scores
- The last meeting between the two teams on the CFL schedule.
- Winnipeg won 34-26 in overtime to seal up the division title.
- The Blue Bombers came from 10 points down to force overtime when Sergio Castillo made a 28-yard field with 11 seconds remaining.
- Brady Oliveira scored the game-winning touchdown.
Lions vs. Blue Bombers Analysis
Of all the teams in the CFL, no team is dependent on the play of its quarterback like the Lions. B.C. quarterback Vernon Adams Jr. is capable of strong, exciting play. Anyone making BC vs Winnipeg best bets will see Adams is also known for head-scratching mistakes. Adams threw 19 interceptions in the regular season along with 31 touchdown passes.
The Lions saw the good side of Adams in the first round of the playoffs against Calgary. He threw for 413 yards with two touchdowns and no interceptions. BC didn’t have much balance on offense this season. The Lions led the league in passing yards per game but were last in rushing yards per game.
Anyone making BC vs Winnipeg best bets will see the Blue Bombers are eager to earn another shot at the Grey Cup. Winnipeg has been one of the top all-around teams in the league all season. The Blue Bombers were first in scoring defense, only allowing their opponents to score 20.9 points per game.
Winnipeg’s offense has been top-notch all season, led by quarterback Zach Collaros. Collaros threw for 4,252 yards with 33 touchdowns. The Blue Bombers believe they are in a good position to get back to the championship game for the second straight year.
Odds Breakdown
Lions
CFL odds show that B.C. is a 4.5-point underdog. The Lions are +170 on the moneyline. The over/under has been set at 50 points. B.C. is 9-9-1 against the spread this season. The Lions have seen 12 of their 19 games go over the total.
Blue Bombers
Winnipeg is -205 on the moneyline. The Blue Bombers are 11-7 against the spread this season. Thirteen of Winnipeg’s 18 games have gone over the total this season.
Lions vs. Blue Bombers Betting Pick and Prediction
This is an exciting playoff matchup. These two teams were the top teams in the West Division all season. Both are motivated to try and win a championship and knock Toronto down a peg if the Argonauts can advance. Winnipeg will win this game and cover the 4.5-point spread. The Blue Bombers have been more consistent on offense this season and aren’t as mistake-prone.
B.C. and Winnipeg both can put up a lot of points. The Lions and Blue Bombers are also familiar with each other’s strengths. This will result in the game going over the total. Neither team will be afraid to take chances against each other.
- CFL Pick: Winnipeg 4.5 spread.
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