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Opposing offenses have averaged 7.75 yards per play against the Leos, forcing BC into a pass-heavy game script for three straight games. Rourke has surpassed 290+ passing yards in all of those contests, with BC’s offense averaging 29.0 points per game — the majority coming in the second half. One area where Edmonton has struggled is penalties, totaling a league-high 29 alongside Calgary. Until Edmonton proves more disciplined, the Lions could benefit from drawing a few calls to keep the scoreboard churning.
EDM (-130)
The BC Lions are staring at an 0-3 start, and their defense has been the primary culprit. QBs are completing 79% of their pass attempts against Mike Benevides’ unit, and the Leos are surrendering touchdown drives on 36.1% of possessions. Don't expect the Leos' defense to magically turn things around against the Edmonton Elks, as veteran DB T.J. Lee remains sidelined with a calf injury, while Garry Peters has yet to suit up this season after posting All-Star campaigns in 2022 and 2023. Cody Fajardo has been steady under center through three games with Edmonton, and running back Justin Rankin has hit the ground running by leading the league in rushing yards and boasting 14 carries of 10+ yards and five of 20+. Meanwhile, the Elks' defense is allowing a league-best 22.7 points per game to start the season. There’s no reason to bet on BC until more heads roll.
I have no problem laying the spread with Edmonton, and I project the Elks as 2.5-point favorites heading into Saturday. The Apple Bowl doesn't provide nearly enough of a home-field advantage for the Leos, with the outdoor venue seating fewer than 2,500 fans. Edmonton is 3-0 ATS this season, while the Lions have helped cash the full-game Over in all three of their matches to start the year.
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