It is finally here. As the year turns crisp, the feeling of the Canadian Football playoffs is upon us, and a battle between the second and third-seeded teams within the West CFL standings.
Battle of the West
This battle of the West is the best game this weekend. Both teams standing at 12-6, this game is bound to leave us wanting more!
The CFL playoffs continue this Saturday at 4:30 pm. The third-seeded Calgary Stampeders are set to try and kick start their Grey Cup run against the tough second-seeded BC Lions in Vancouver.
The BC Lions vs Stampeders Betting Analysis is down below. You definitely are not going to want to miss this battle.
Last Game Records
These two teams are no strangers to one another. They have played each other four times in the year. The season series between these clubs was tied during this campaign.
In the first game in May, the Stampeders annihilated the Lions and won 41-6. In the second game, the Lions narrowly bested the Stampeders 41-40.
The third game was played on September 17th, when the Lions yet again narrowly bested the Stampeders 31-29. The finale was played in late September, and Calgary emerged victorious 25-11.
These two teams have fought it out all season long, and this game will undoubtedly be an all-time classic game.
Calgary Stampeders vs. BC Lions Betting Analysis
Calgary Stampeders
This will definitely be an uphill climb for the Stampeders. They averaged 31.2 points offensively while only allowing 22.1 points on the other side of the football. This solid and well-rounded team has proven that they have what it takes to win it all.
The offensive play from the Stampeders has been amazing. The rushing attack has been truly the high point for this offense.
League-leading Rushing Attack
Ka’Deem Carey has been the focal point of this league-leading rushing attack. He totaled over 1k yards, eclipsed 6.6 yards per carry, and ranked first among running backs in touchdowns with 10.
Not to mention the stellar play from both Bo Levi Mitchell and Jake Maeir at the quarterback position that has put them in this position.
Stampeders Defense
This defense has been relatively solid this year. Allowing 339.1 yards per game is good enough to put them in fourth in the league.
Their rushing defense has been rather solid, as they allowed under 90 rush yards per game. The passing attack has allowed a respectable 250 passing yards per game.
However, that number most certainly will not be good enough to fend off what is coming this weekend.
Stampeders Offense
In terms of the BC Lions vs Stampeders Betting Analysis, the Stampeders offense will need to carry the bulk of the load.
It is unrealistic to think that the defense can contain what is coming. If Jake Maier wants to win this game, he needs to dice up a 40-point game.
BC Lions
This is the moment we have been waiting for. The Lions, at full strength, are easily the scariest team in Canadian football.
BC has not been at full strength since the summer. But this game will be the ultimate test. They average 29.2 points offensively while only allowing 22.5 points per game.
How Spooky Will This Team Be on Sunday?
He is returning. The MOP is back and better than ever! The man, the myth, the elite, Nathan Rourke, will be back under center this weekend.
Words cannot describe how unreal this man was before his injury. He is ranked 6th in CFL stats in passing, yet he hasn’t played a full game since August. This man is crazy!
Now Bryan Burnham, Lucky Whitehead, and Dominique Rhymes are all back together again?! That sounds like Grey Cup season in BC!
BC Lions Defense
This defense has been good all year round. They allow the third least amount of yards from scrimmage per game.
They have the top defense regarding the passing game, allowing under 240 yards per game. They are fourth in terms of rushing defense, allowing under 95 yards. This will definitely be tough as they face the top rushing offense in Canadian football.
In terms of the BC Lions vs Stampeders Betting Analysis, the Lions’ defense needs to be able to limit the number of red zone trips the Stamps take.
The rushing attack will be lethal within the 20, and if the secondary can limit the deep shot and red zone trips, they will certainly win this ball game.
CFL Injury Report
There are no major injuries for either team.
- The Stampeders are 11-7 ATS
- The Lions are 11-7 ATS
- Calgary is 2-1 ATS as the underdog
- BC is 8-4 ATS when listed as the favorite
- The season series is split 2-2
Calgary Stampeders vs. BC Lions Betting Preview
The CFL odds are set for this one. It is not likely the odds will shift from this point. The oddsmakers currently have the BC Lions listed as the favorites for this matchup (-117).
The Stampeders are only listed as 1.5-point underdogs this weekend. It is truly anyone’s game.
Calgary Stampeders vs. BC Lions Betting Prediction
My CFL prediction is no surprise this week. They have managed to come this far without him, and now he will finish what he started.
The BC Lions will advance in dramatic overtime fashion as they blow past Calgary en route to Manitoba for the divisional final against the Winnipeg Blue Bombers.
CFL Pick: BC Lions -2.5 (-110)
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