CFL Week 4 Betting Guide

by Joey House - 6/26/2025

The 2025 CFL season marks the 10th year of kicking off each week with Thursday Night Football—a concept borrowed from the NFL's playbook to stretch the league's visibility across more days. While the number of games hasn't increased, the strategic placement of matchups in primetime has created the illusion of a fuller, more dynamic schedule. It's a move that's helped the CFL reach beyond just the fans of the two teams playing, drawing in a broader football audience across the country.

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Week 3 Highlights:

Montreal 38, Edmonton 28 Line: Montreal -6.5 | Total: 48.5 The Alouettes stayed perfect, covering on the road while piling up 38 points. Edmonton showed more fight offensively, but Montreal's balance and red zone efficiency proved too much.

Saskatchewan 39, Toronto 32 Line: Saskatchewan -3 | Total: 48 The Riders moved to 3–0 in a high-scoring battle at BMO Field. Both teams traded big plays, but Saskatchewan's late-game execution sealed the cover and pushed the total well over.

Ottawa 20, Calgary 12 Line: Ottawa -1.5 | Total: 51.5 Ottawa leaned on its defense and ground game to notch its first win of the season. The Redblacks covered as short road favorites, and the game stayed comfortably under the total.

Winnipeg 27, B.C. 14 Line: Winnipeg -3.5 | Total: 50.5 The Bombers controlled the tempo from start to finish, holding BC to just two touchdowns. Winnipeg covered with room to spare, and the under cashed with ease.

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Thursday, June 26 7:30 p.m. EST: (0–2 SU / 0–2 ATS) Edmonton Elks at (2–0 SU / 2–0 ATS) Winnipeg Blue Bombers

Winnipeg -10.5 (-110) O.: 51.5 (-115) ML: Winnipeg -570, Edmonton +420

The Elks head to Winnipeg still searching for their first win of the season—and trying to avoid a third straight 0–3 start. Edmonton's offense has sputtered out of the gate, averaging just 18 points per game and struggling to protect quarterback Tre Ford, who's been sacked seven times already. While Ford has shown flashes of mobility and accuracy, the Elks' red zone efficiency remains among the league's worst, converting just 33% of their trips into touchdowns.

Winnipeg, meanwhile, looks every bit the West Division juggernaut. The Bombers are allowing a league-low 17 points per game and have forced four turnovers through two weeks. Zach Collaros returned to form last week, completing 72% of his passes with two touchdowns, and the ground game has been steady behind Matthew Peterson's 143.5 rushing yards per game. The defense, led by Marquise Bridges and Tony Jones, has been opportunistic and physical, holding opponents to a 54.3% completion rate.

The Elks have been winless against Winnipeg since 2018, going 0-12 SU/ 3-9 ATS in their last dozen meetings. They've also failed to win or cover in both games this season, while the Bombers are 2–0 SU/ATS and have won both games by double digits. Edmonton's late-game scoring last week made the final look closer than it was, but unless their defense tightens up and the offensive line holds, this could be another long night at Princess Auto Stadium.

Friday, June 27 7:30 p.m. EST: Montreal Alouettes (3–0 SU / 3–0 ATS) at Hamilton Tiger-Cats (0–2 SU / 0–2 ATS)

Montreal -2.5 (-110) Total: 50.5 (-110) ML: Montreal -135, Hamilton +115

The Tiger-Cats return from a Week 3 bye still searching for their first win, and they'll have to do it against the CFL's most efficient team. Hamilton leads the league in passing yards per game, with Bo Levi Mitchell averaging 320.0 through the air, but the offense has been one-dimensional and inconsistent in the red zone. The Ti-Cats are fifth in scoring at 24.5 points per game, but their defense ranks eighth, allowing 33.0 per contest, and they've yet to force a turnover.

Montreal has looked sharp on both sides of the ball. The Alouettes lead the CFL in scoring at 35.0 points per game and rank second in points allowed at 18.7. Davis Alexander has completed over 75% of his passes through three weeks, though a lingering hamstring issue could lead to McLeod Bethel-Thompson seeing time under center. The Als' offensive line has been dominant, and their defense continues to limit explosive plays and win at the point of attack.

Montreal is 4–0 SU / 3–1 ATS in its last four meetings with Hamilton, outscoring the Ti-Cats by an average of 11 points per game. The Alouettes have also covered both road games this season, while Hamilton has failed to cover in either of its first two outings. Unless the Ti-Cats can tighten up defensively and finish drives more consistently, Montreal is in a strong position to stay unbeaten.

Saturday, June 28 7:00 p.m. EST: BC Lions (1–2 SU / 1–2 ATS) at Saskatchewan Roughriders (3–0 SU / 3–0 ATS) Saskatchewan -5.5 (-110) | Total: 51.5 (-110) | ML: Saskatchewan -230, BC +190

BC heads to Regina looking to bounce back from a two-game skid, but they'll need sharper execution on both sides of the ball. The Lions are averaging 22.0 points per game (7th in the CFL), and despite a promising debut from Jeremiah Masoli last week—281 yards and a touchdown—the offense managed just 14 points and turned it over twice. BC's defense has been sturdy against the run but ranks in the bottom three in sacks and hasn't consistently created pressure.

Saskatchewan, riding a 3–0 start, has emerged as one of the CFL's most explosive offenses. The Roughriders are averaging 32.7 points per game, the 2nd-highest mark in the league, and continue to get efficient quarterback play from Trevor Harris. AJ Ouellette has been a reliable battering ram, tallying 91 yards and a score in last week's road win. Defensively, the Rough Riders are giving up 27.0 points per game (5th in the CFL) and have forced four turnovers through three games. They've also won five of their last six home games at Mosaic Stadium.

Saskatchewan is 3–1 SU / 3–1 ATS in its last four games against BC, including a 34–20 win in Regina last season. They've covered both home games this year, while BC has struggled to close out drives and protect the football. Unless the Lions find a way to generate pressure and capitalize on scoring chances, the Riders should be in control once again on their home turf.

Sunday, June 29 7:00 p.m. EST: Toronto Argonauts (0–3 SU / 0–3 ATS) at Ottawa Redblacks (1–2 SU / 1–2 ATS) Toronto -1.5 (-110) Total: 48.5 (-110) | ML: Toronto -120, Ottawa +100

Toronto enters Week 4 winless and struggling to find any offensive rhythm. The Argonauts rank last in the CFL in both scoring (20.3 points per game) and total offense (307.7 yards per game). Nick Arbuckle has started all three games, completing 72% of his passes for 841 yards, but his five interceptions have stalled drives and contributed to six total turnovers. The offensive line has allowed nine sacks, and the Argos have yet to score more than 24 points in a game.

Ottawa is coming off a gritty 20–12 win in Calgary, powered by a strong defensive effort and timely plays from quarterback Dustin Crum. Filling in for the injured Dru Brown, Crum threw for 111 yards and added 64 on the ground, helping the Redblacks control tempo despite poor weather conditions. Ottawa is averaging 23.3 points per game (6th in the CFL) and allowing 24.7 (4th), with a defense that's kept them competitive in every outing. They're 1–2 ATS and looking for their first home win of the season.

The Args have enjoyed their most recent trips to TD Place Stadium. They are 5-1 SU/ 4-2 ATS in their six most recent meeting. However, this Toronto team is reeling. As of press time, both Kelly and Brown are questionable, with each having limited practice throughout the week. The air of mystery surrounding both teams makes this game one of the most intriguing of the week.

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