Redblacks vs Stampeders Picks and Prediction – 8/16/2024

The Ottawa Redblacs will be on the road this week for a matchup against the Calgary Stampeders. Ottawa is 5-2-1 on the year coming into week 11 following a 22-22 tie at home against Saskatchewan a week ago. Offensively Ottawa played well compiling 313 yards to score 22 points in the game. Defensively Ottawa struggled a bit giving up 321 points as Saskatchewan also scored 22 points. For other CFL action see our CFL Picks.

Dustin Crum carried the load for the Ottawa offense completing 21 passes for 211 yards and ran the ball 9 times for 72 yards as well. Ryquell Armstead chipped in 13 carries for 37 yards. Dominique Rhyes added five perceptions for 72 yards on 8 targets. Justin Hardy came up big as well for Ottawa with 54 yards on 4 grabs.

The Calgary Stampeders come into this week with four wins and five losses overall following a double digit 14 point loss against Toronto a week ago. Offensively Calgary was fantastic compiling 442 yards and scored 25 points, but multiple turnovers cost them the game. Defensively Calgary allowed 289 yards and 39 points as a result of the turnovers.

Jake Maier led the way for the Calgary offense completing 33 passes for 373 yards and one score. Peyton Logan led the way on the ground for the Stampeders with 61 yards and one touchdown on 11 carries. Tommy Stevens chipped in 10 yards and one score on 4 carries. Reggie Belton led the team with 104 yards on 8 receptions.

This is a matchup between 2 of the better teams in the CFL as each are currently above .500. Look for Calgary however to have the edge on their home field against a good Ottawa team. Calgary will thrive in front of their home fans leading to the eventual win. Final Score Prediction, Calgary Stampeders win and cover 27-14.