The Winnipeg Blue Bombers have set the standard that their games will be interesting to watch this season. Through two games, the Blue Bombers have been putting up more than 40 points per game. While Winnipeg sacrifices a little bit on defense, anyone making a Lions vs Blue Bombers prediction will see Winnipeg wants to put on a good show.
The Lions have been one of the better defensive teams so far in the CFL. BC has only conceded 15 points during its 2-0 start to the season. If the Lions are going to continue on this path toward a division title, they will have to figure out a way to ground the Blue Bombers’ offensive attack.
Lions at Blue Bombers Information
BC Lions vs Winnipeg Blue Bombers
Location: IG Field, Winnipeg, Manitoba
Date & Time: Thursday, June 22, 2023
How to watch: CFL+
Recent Scores
During Week 2 of the CFL schedule, Winnipeg beat Saskatchewan 45-27. The Lions were able to take advantage of a weak Edmonton offense and shut them out 22-0. The Blue Bombers won three of the four meetings between the teams last season, including a 28-20 victory in the West Final.
Lions at Blue Bombers Analysis
The Lions moved to 2-0 in the CFL standings by battering and beating up Edmonton last week. BC was limited to 151 yards of total offense last week. The Lions will likely hope quarterback Vernon Adams Jr. can help BC finish drives better.
Adams passed for 324 yards with a touchdown and an interception against Edmonton. Taquan Mizzell provided a spark in the running game, piling up 93 yards on 18 carries. People making a Lions vs Blue Bombers prediction will see that BC only scored one touchdown last week.
Winnipeg gained 403 yards of total offense in its win last week. Blue Bombers quarterback Zach Collaro passed for 293 yards and two touchdowns. Dru Brown and Collaros combined for three rushing touchdowns.
While anyone making CFL picks will see that Winnipeg allowed 437 passing yards, that could be a misleading stat. The Roughriders were forced to pass after they fell into an early hole. Winnipeg’s offense, which has scored 87 points so far, puts a lot of pressure on opponents.
Odds Breakdown
BC has been locked in lower-scoring games
Anyone hoping to making a Lions vs Blue Bombers prediction will see that BC is a 7-point underdog. The Lions are +220 on the moneyline, while the over/under is set at 50 points. The total has gone under in both of BC’s game. The Lions are 2-0 against the spread.
Blue Bombers setting a blistering pace
CFL odds show that Winnipeg is -278 on the moneyline. The over has hit in two straight games, and the Blue Bombers are 2-0 against the spread.
Lions at Blue Bombers Betting Pick and Prediction
Adams Jr. hasn’t lived up to the standard Nathan Rourke set before him. The Lions have had a hard time finishing drives, but have still been able to scratch out enough points to win. Winnipeg, meanwhile, has gone full bore ahead and looks like the team that wrapped up last season 15-3. The Blue Bombers will grab another win here, but won’t cover the spread against a strong defensive team in the Lions.
With the total, this may be the first time that Winnipeg goes under the number. While the Blue Bombers have been putting up points at a breakneck pace, BC has done a good job of limiting opportunities for opponents. The Lions will keep this one under 50 points.
The Picks
- Pick 1: Blue Bombers to win.
- Pick 2: Lions Under 50 points.
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