Blue Bombers vs Roughriders Picks and Prediction – 6/17/2023

The Winnipeg Blue Bombers take a road trip in Week 2 for a matchup against the Saskatchewan Roughriders. Winnipeg comes into Week 2 undefeated following an 11 point victory against Hamilton in week one. Defensively Winnipeg was the better team in week one holding Hamilton well under 300 yards, but four offensive turnovers led to 31 points in the game. Winnipeg showed their best strengths against the run allowing just 66 total yards in the game.

The Winnipeg offense was a smoke show compiling 499 total yards after quarterback Zach Collaros threw for 354 yards and three scores in the game. Brady Oliveria is one of the best running backs in the league with 113 yards on 22 carries after one game this season. Nic Demski showed his worth as well in week 1 hauling in six passes for 113 yards and one score to lead Winnipeg.

Saskatchewan also comes into week two undefeated following a narrow 4 point victory against Edmonton a week ago. The Saskatchewan defense was the difference in the game holding Edmonton under 300 yards and forced three total turnovers. Saskatchewan did show vulnerability against the passing attack giving up 202 yards through the air but allowed just 12 first downs to get the victory.

Offensively the Roughriders had a ton of hiccups but scored 17 total points on 314 yards despite 3 turnovers in the game. Trevor Harris is the offensive leader for Saskatchewan this season already compiling 179 yards and one score on 33 total passes. Samuel Emilus proved in week one to be a reliable target with 51 yards on three receptions, while Jamal Morrow led the way on the ground with 80 yards on 14 carries.