The WestJet Thanksgiving Weekend kicks off Friday Night Football, featuring a matchup between the Toronto Argonauts and the Saskatchewan Roughriders at Mosaic Stadium. This game holds significance for Saskatchewan, as they lead the West Division, while Toronto has been eliminated from playoff contention.
Toronto Argonauts: Challenges Ahead
- Offensive Strength: Despite their struggles, Toronto’s offensive unit has averaged 29.1 points per game this season, ranking third in the league.
- Defensive Vulnerabilities: The Argos’ defense has allowed a league-high 512 points, necessitating increased pressure from players like J-Min Pelley and Branden Dozier against Saskatchewan’s offensive line.
- Quarterback Changes: With Nick Arbuckle out for the season due to an arm injury, quarterback Jarret Doege will take the starting role. In limited action last week, Doege completed 34 passes for 323 yards, but he also threw four interceptions, which could impact the team’s performance.
Saskatchewan Roughriders: Key Points for Victory
- Rushing Threat: Former Argonaut AJ Ouellette leads the Roughriders’ rushing attack. Averaging 14.8 carries per game, Ouellette is just 10 yards shy of leading the league with 1,110 rushing yards.
- Quarterback Performance: Trevor Harris has shown strong form, throwing for over 350 yards in consecutive games. His consistent performance is crucial for maintaining momentum against Toronto’s struggling defense.
- Secondary Concerns: Saskatchewan’s secondary has faced challenges but performed well against Dru Brown in a recent win. With injuries impacting defensive personnel, including Rolan Milligan Jr., players like DaMarcus Fields and Benny Sapp III will need to rise to the occasion.
Game Details and Key Information
The matchup promises to be competitive, with the first game between these teams resulting in a narrow 39-32 victory for Saskatchewan earlier this season. As of now, Saskatchewan holds a 6-1 record against teams from the East Division.
Viewing Information
Fans can catch the game on TSN and RDS2 in Canada, and on CFL+ in the U.S. and internationally. Kickoff is set for 9:00 p.m. ET.
