Even with the return of the NFL preseason, Canadian football will still be in full stride! Friday Night football just seems so right!
We look at the CFL betting preview for some football in the nation’s capital! Bo Levi Mitchell and the Calgary Stampeders (4-2) are going to Ottawa to face off against Jaelon Acklin and the Ottawa Redblacks (1-6).
Ottawa is riding in a hot steak into this game but will it be enough to rival the greatness of the Calgary Stampeders? Regardless, Ottawa Redblacks vs. Calgary Stampeders Bets will surely give you an exciting weekend.
Teams’ Previous Matchups Scoreboards
If you’re betting on CFL, understand the Calgary Stampeders are coming off a one-possession loss to the best team in Canadian football.
They fell by a score of 35-28 against the Winnipeg Blue Bombers. Because the bombers typically allow less than 18 points per game, I would say the Stamps had a successful outing!
The Ottawa Redblacks got their first win of the season last week! They played a rather nice game against inter-provincial rival Toronto Argonauts.
They won 23-13 and got their first tally in the win column. How long will the victory party last in Canada’s capital?
Stampeders vs. Redblacks Betting Analysis
Ottawa is a struggling team. However, fresh off of their first win, we often see teams turn their season around quickly.
The Redblacks are just 1-6 so far this season, while the Stampeders sit at 4-2. Expect Ottawa to be big underdogs this week in the CFL schedule.
Calgary Stampeders Analysis
It’s so unfortunate the Stamps are stuck in a tough division. They currently sit third in the West, yet they are a phenomenal ball club. The best Calgary can do is get wins from the little brother east division.
Bo Levi Mitchell is still leading this team to a very hot start. The Stampeders are currently second place in total yards per game and points per game.
Beyond the Lions, no offense has been as beastly as Calgary. Star running back leads the CFL in rushing touchdowns among running backs. This offense is a well-oiled machine!
Stampeders’ Defense
The Stampeders’ defense has been making it rather difficult on the opposing defenses. They average 1.5 forced fumbles a game and over two sacks per game. They have been rather generous in giving up points but greatly limit the number of yards.
The big question for the Stampeders will be limiting sacks. Two of the top five CFL sack leaders currently belong to the Redblacks.
With Rourke potentially getting hit a lot, the offense seems very up in the air. If they are able to protect him, it will be smooth sailing for Calgary!
Ottawa Redblacks Analysis
It is truly great to see the Redblacks finally catching a win this year. Now there are no more winless teams left in Canadian football. Will the Redblacks get their second win of the year?
The offense for Ottawa seems to be nearly mediocre in every stat. With a number of positional issues, it is impressive that they rank where they do now. They are top five in points, yards, passing yards, and rushing yards.
They are in the upper half of the league in those offensive categories. Jaelon Acklin has been the constant source of positivity as he is the league’s leader in yards.
Capital Defense
The capital defense has been kind, allowing teams to run all over them. They allow the most amount of yards in a game and are especially generous in the passing yards category.
This week, that defense will most certainly not fly if they are looking to win. The major concern in Ottawa will be their passing defense. That has been a blaring issue this week.
While Toronto is not productive offensively, the Stampeders are most certainly, and they will raid that endzone like there is no tomorrow!
CFL Betting Trends
There are no key injuries to report for either side
- Calgary is 2-4 ATS this season
- Ottawa is 3-4 ATS this season
- Calgary’s point differential is +42
- Ottawa’s point differential is -26
Stampeders vs. Redblacks Betting Preview
The key to this game will be the defense. Both offenses have been playing at a very respectful level. It is now finally put up or shut up time for these defenses.
Your CFL picks should depend on the defense that will be able to lock down these high-powered offenses. Both teams will be playing at high voltage!
What does Vegas have the CFL odds listed at? Vegas loves the Stampeders as they are listed as 5.5-point favorites for this game on Friday evening!
Calgary Stampeders vs. Ottawa Redblacks Betting Prediction
As if this was ever going to be a debate? The Stampeders will likely blow out the Redblacks. The Redblacks have found a lack of success, and the Stampeders are hungry to climb atop the CFL rankings! Head to any online sportsbook, and there you will find CFL odds. Bet Calgary -5.5 for -105 odds.
CFL Pick: Calgary -5.5 (-105)
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