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Edmonton Elks can clinch season series versus Blue Bombers with home victory

A victory would move Edmonton six points ahead of Winnipeg and secure the season-series tiebreaker if the teams finish tied.

  • The Edmonton Elks face the Winnipeg Blue Bombers on Friday night, with a home win securing their position atop the CFL West Division.
  • Following a 23-18 road victory on June 25, the Elks hold a 4-1 home record this season, while the Blue Bombers remain undefeated on the road at 3-0.
  • Elks quarterback Cody Fajardo threw for 301 yards in a recent victory, while running back Justin Rankin accumulated 108 total yards; Winnipeg running back Brady Oliveira has rushed for 309 yards over his last three games.
  • A victory would move the Elks six points ahead of the Blue Bombers in the standings and grant Edmonton the season series and a critical tiebreaker.
  • Winnipeg's defense ranks first overall against the pass but last against the run , while Edmonton's ground attack averages 109.1 yards rushing per contest.
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Edmonton Elks can clinch season series versus Blue Bombers with home victory

Cody Fajardo and the Edmonton Elks can help themselves in two ways Friday night.

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Winnipeg Free Press broke the news in Winnipeg, Canada on Wednesday, August 19, 2026.
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