The Edmonton Elks face the Montreal Alouettes in a CFL matchup featuring a road underdog looking to slow down one of the league’s most dangerous teams.
Edmonton Elks vs. Montreal Alouettes Date, Start Time and Venue
Date: Saturday, August 8, 2026
Start time: 3:00 PM local time (1:00 PM Edmonton time)
Venue: Percival Molson Memorial Stadium, Montreal, Quebec
How to Watch Edmonton Elks vs. Montreal Alouettes, TV Channel and Streaming
Canada: TSN, TSN.ca and the TSN app
French-language coverage: RDS
United States: CBS Sports Network or CFL+ where available
International: CFL+
Edmonton Elks vs. Montreal Alouettes Odds
Spread | Total | Money Line | |
EDM Elks | +3.5 -105 | O 58.5 -110 | +175 |
MTL Alouettes | -3.5 -115 | U 58.5 -110 | -210 |
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Edmonton enters this matchup with a chance to make a statement against a quality Montreal team. The Elks have playmakers who can stretch the field, but they will need improved execution across all four quarters to pull off the upset.
The key for Edmonton will be protecting the quarterback and staying ahead of the chains. If the Elks fall into obvious passing situations, Montreal’s defensive front could dictate the tempo.
Montreal has been one of the CFL’s more reliable contenders and carries a balanced roster into this game. The Alouettes can create problems with their passing attack, while their defense is capable of forcing turnovers and flipping field position.
As a narrow favorite, Montreal is expected to win, but the line suggests Edmonton has a realistic chance to keep it close. Red-zone efficiency, turnover margin and special teams could be decisive in what profiles as a competitive matchup.
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All odds written in this article were correct at the time of writing and are subject to change.
