CFL Picks

Free CFL Expert and Computer Picks For Every Game Sept. 11, 2026

New Computer Picks powered by Odds Shark
Ottawa image thumbnail OTT @ Toronto image thumbnail TOR Sat, Sep 12 • 1:00 PM ET
Total
Ottawa image thumbnail Toronto image thumbnail o61.5 (-112)
Best Odds
Pick made: yesterday
Trevor Knapp logo
Trevor Knapp
Publishing Editor

The Over is 9-1 in the last 10 matchups between these two teams, and the Argos' aerial attack will contribute to another high-scoring affair. No team has attempted more passes this season, while Ottawa is allowing a league-high 37.5 points per game. Toronto's D has also been susceptible to "big plays" (which include runs of 20+ yards and passes of 30+ yards), allowing 47 this season. I expect Ottawa's offence to become aggressive once the Argos build a double-digit lead.

Spread
Toronto image thumbnail TOR -10.5 (-110)
Best Odds
Pick made: yesterday
Trevor Knapp logo
Trevor Knapp
Publishing Editor

Despite a rocky start to the season, the Toronto Argonauts have rattled off wins in four of their last six games, with one of the losses coming by four points on the road against the defending champion Saskatchewan Roughriders. Chad Kelly has been airing it out over this stretch, with the former Mississippi product boasting a 71.5% completion rate, as well as three passing touchdowns in each of his last three starts. Kelly should have no problem picking apart an Ottawa Redblacks defence that has surrendered a league-worst 118.4 passer rating while also allowing second-down conversions at a 57.9% clip. Despite Ottawa facing lofty spreads this year, the Redblacks are just 3-8 ATS on the season and have lost by 12+ points in five consecutive contests.

The Argos are playable to -12.5.

View 3 Picks
Saskatchewan image thumbnail SSK @ Winnipeg image thumbnail WPG Sat, Sep 12 • 4:00 PM ET
Total
Saskatchewan image thumbnail Winnipeg image thumbnail u57.5 (-105)
Best Odds
Pick made: 2 hours ago
Luc LeBlanc logo
Luc LeBlanc
Betting Analyst

These teams combined for 58 points on Monday, narrowly cashing the Over. That doesn't mean a repeat performance should be expected.

The Roughriders had played to the Under in four of their previous five games, with the Blue Bombers doing the same in two of their previous three. Winnipeg has scored the third-fewest points in the league this season, and their biggest offensive weapon was completely neutralized by a strong Saskatchewan rush defense.

Zach Collaros has been serviceable this season, to a 103.9 QB rating, and had one of his best showings on Monday versus the Riders. He'd played to a double-digit rating in five of his previous seven starts, and I expect him to come back down to earth.

Moneyline
Saskatchewan image thumbnail SSK (-120)
Best Odds
Pick made: 2 hours ago
Luc LeBlanc logo
Luc LeBlanc
Betting Analyst

The Roughriders sit one game back of the division-leading Edmonton Elks, have allowed the second-fewest points of any team, and just bested the Blue Bombers 32-26 on Monday.

Both teams possess rushing offenses below league average, and Saskatchewan has the far superior passing game. Winnipeg allows the fewest passing yards of any team, yet Trevor Harris torched them for 362 yards through the air not even a week ago.

Furthermore, the Riders have allowed just 843 rushing yards this season and held the Bombers' top offensive threat in Brady Oliveira to a season-low 28 rushing yards on Monday. 

This matchup is pretty close to a pick 'em, but I feel comfortable leaning on the 2025 Grey Cup MVP and company.

View 3 Picks
Calgary image thumbnail CGY @ Edmonton image thumbnail EDM Sat, Sep 12 • 7:00 PM ET
Total
Calgary image thumbnail Edmonton image thumbnail o61.5 (-112)
Best Odds
Pick made: 2 hours ago
Luc LeBlanc logo
Luc LeBlanc
Betting Analyst

This is quite a high line, even for CFL standards, but this is exactly the matchup to smash it.

These teams combined for 66 points just five days ago despite Fajardo struggling through the air. Calgary has scored the most points in the league while allowing the second-most. They've played to the Over in seven of their last 10.

Meanwhile, Edmonton has topped 30 points in three of their last four. They may allow the fewest points, second-fewest passing yards, and third-fewest rushing yards, but that certainly didn't stop their last game from smashing the Over.

Spread
Edmonton image thumbnail EDM -3.5 (+100)
Best Odds
Pick made: 2 hours ago
Luc LeBlanc logo
Luc LeBlanc
Betting Analyst

The Elks enter this game as winners of three straight and six of their last eight. Conversely, Calgary has lost three of their last four and haven't scored more than 30 points in over a month.

The Stampeders have allowed the second-most points and rushing yards of any team, exposed last week by Edmonton's elite rushing offense. Cody Fajardo made up for a subpar passing game with four scrambles of 10+ yards, while Justin Rankin continues to pile up scores and long runs.

Edmonton is the favorite for good reason, and they should once again take advantage of a poor Calgary rushing defense.

View 3 Picks
Montreal image thumbnail MTL @ BC image thumbnail BC Sat, Sep 12 • 10:00 PM ET
Moneyline
BC image thumbnail BC (-125)
Best Odds
Pick made: 2 hours ago
Trevor Knapp logo
Trevor Knapp
Publishing Editor

Despite falling 37-30 to Montreal last week, the BC Lions outgained the Montreal Alouettes by more than 100 yards. Ultimately, settling for five field goals and turning the ball over three times proved costly, but this Lions offence will bounce back against an Alouettes unit that is listing starting DBs Najee Murray and Wesley Sutton as questionable this time around. Despite their recent shortcomings, the Leos continue to move the ball at an elite pace, averaging 7.49 yards per play in 2026. Their season-long red-zone TD rate is 71.4%, so expect positive regression on Saturday. BC had won five straight before their Week 14 loss in La Belle Province, so I’m backing Nathan Rourke & Co. to bounce back on home turf. Playable to -135. 

Total
Montreal image thumbnail BC image thumbnail o63.5 (-108)
Best Odds
Pick made: 2 hours ago
Trevor Knapp logo
Trevor Knapp
Publishing Editor

These teams have combined to cash the Over in 17 of their 24 regular-season games this season, and I'd play this total to 64.5. While the Alouettes may be shorthanded defensively, Davis Alexander and the Montreal offence are producing touchdowns on 30% of their drives this season, so they should have no problem keeping the ball moving on Saturday. The Als are averaging a whopping 37.3 points per game over their last six contests, while BC has reached 30+ five times over that same span.

View 3 Picks

What's The Deal With This CFL Computer Picks Table?

The above table shows the result of the last 100 CFL computer picks. This table features important information you can use to shape your Canadian Football League bets, like the public consensus, ATS and totals. Before you throw up your hands in frustration like a center watching his quarterback get sacked 13 seconds after the snap, we'll explain the ins and outs of betting on the CFL.

ROI

This amount is the profit (or loss) based on a bettor placing $100 on each of the last 100 CFL picks made by the computer on both the opening and closing lines. "To Win" represents the win based on moneyline bets. "ATS" signifies the win based on wagers against the spread. "Total O/U" shows the amount bettors would win on Over or Under wagers.

Record Keeping

Wins are listed first, losses second, and pushes or ties are third. Since there are no ties in CFL moneyline betting, if there is a push listed, that would mean the computer predicted a tie and wouldn't have placed a wager on that game.

At Odds Shark, we want you to have everything you need to make smart CFL wagers, which is why you'll also see the predicted score. The predicted score can give you a hint about which way to bet. For instance, if Hamilton is playing Ottawa and the predicted score is 31.4-18.4 for the Tiger-Cats, you could make a simple moneyline bet. For moneyline bets you would only need to bet on one team to triumph over the other. In this case if you picked Hamilton and they won, you'd win your moneyline bet. On the other hand, if the Redblacks won, you'd lose your bet.

Free Computer Picks by Odds Shark

Looking For Expert Picks On The CFL Tonight?

Our supercomputer generates expert picks that can help you cover the spread for every game. Take a gander at our computer predictions and take advantage of our free picks before you place any money on the CFL wagerline.

Because we're usually biased in our opinions, our judgment can become cloudy when it comes to betting on the CFL. The good news is, our supercomputer couldn't give a flying Nanaimo bar if you have a thing for that magical Henry Burris smile. Our computer only cares about data. Plus, Burris is retired, so making a bet on him would be a complete waste of money.

Anyway, our computer knows who's retired, who's starting, which teams are on pace to win their matchups, and which teams could get eradicated by a single point (aka rouge). Instead of relying on analysts and your friend who thinks he knows everything about the Stamps because he went to one game, use our supercomputer to shape your CFL bets.

Nowadays, more and more bettors like yourself are relying on the Odds Shark computers to come up with impartial stats-focused CFL predictions. When the stats are precise, the handicapping measurements and algorithms are solid, then you don't have to worry about our computer making improper predictions. Our computer is reliable like Milt Stegall in his 14 years with Winnipeg.

Best Football Betting Sites

If you're ready to bet on CFL picks, you first need to find the right sportsbook. The best betting sites offer secure banking, best odds, bonuses, and reliable customer service.

CFL Free Picks FAQs

When do we release our CFL picks?

More than a dozen Covers CFL picks are released throughout the week during the season, covering all the biggest games and matchups.

What kinds of CFL picks do we make?

Covers provides free CFL picks covering many markets, including point spreads, totals, moneylines, player props, and more.