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Calgary Stampeders at Saskatchewan Roughriders Betting Tips – Roughriders To Cover In CFL Win

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Last updated: Mon 28 Sep 2026 14:30
The Saskatchewan Roughriders, despite two recent losses, are tipped to cover the -5.5 spread as they look to boost their playoff hopes at home, where they've been reliable. While Calgary Stampeders have found form with two straight wins and remain in the playoff chase, their inconsistency and Saskatchewan's home advantage are pivotal. Key stats show the Roughriders have covered the spread in 5 of 7 home games and the team winning outright has covered in the last 10 meetings. The under (62.5) is also favored, given recent trends.
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  • Saskatchewan has covered in 5 of 7 home games and is favoured to cover again
  • Calgary has momentum after back-to-back wins but struggles with consistency
  • Riders are backed to win and cover; under 62.5 points is recommended
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Saskatchewan are tipped to cover as they boost their postseason chances.

The Roughriders have lost their last couple of games, but they are now back home where they have been a reliable moneyline and spread bet this season.

Key Numbers – Can Roughriders Go 6-2 Against The Spread At Home?

  • Saskatchewan Roughriders have covered in 5 of their 7 home games
  • The winning team has covered in each of the previous 10 meetings
  • Calgary Stampeders have failed to cover in 5 of their last 7 games
  • The Under has cashed in 8 of Saskatchewan’s previous 11 games

Stampeders Lead All-Time Head-To-Head; Roughriders Won Last Meeting

  • Calgary Stampeders lead the all-time series 98-74-3
  • Saskatchewan Roughriders won 40-37 in overtime when the two teams last met on June 20

Calgary Stampeders Still In Playoff Race After Back-To-Back Wins

Calgary sit bottom of the division, but back-to-back wins mean they are still firmly in the playoff race at 7-8.

The Stampeders blew hot and cold through the first couple of months of the season, splitting their opening eight games.

They then suffered back-to-back defeats in August to lose ground in the postseason race, falling 33-30 at Toronto and 30-26 at home to the BC Lions.

Calgary avoided a third straight loss, beating Hamilton 28-23, only to then suffer back-to-back defeats to Edmonton, as they were beaten 38-28 at home and 53-16 on the road.

The Stampeders have reignited their playoff push in the past couple of weeks though, beating Ottawa 40-38 at home and 45-31 on the road.

Saskatchewan Roughriders Need Response To Consecutive Losses

Saskatchewan’s quest for back-to-back Grey Cups have suffered a setback in recent weeks, with back-to-back defeats dropping them to 8-6.

The Roughriders made a strong start to the season as they won six of their first eight games, but they have gone cold since the middle of August.

They lost 26-19 in Hamilton, and then suffered a 30-16 defeat when they paid a visit to the BC Lions.

Saskatchewan rallied to beat Toronto 28-24 and Winnipeg 32-26 in overtime at home, only to end September with consecutive defeats.

The Roughriders lost 19-6 in Winnipeg, and then returned from a bye week with a 31-24 loss at the BC Lions.

Verdict

Calgary arrive in better form, but Saskatchewan are the better team and they have home advantage.

We are backing the Roughriders to get their postseason quest back on track with a much-needed win and cover.

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Leigh Copson

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US sports writer covering the NFL, NBA, NHL, boxing and MMA, with previews, predictions and betting tips across the major American leagues.

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He has also covered almost every major boxing match and UFC fight card during this time.. His specialist sports are American Football, Basketball, Ice Hockey, Boxing, Mixed Martial Arts and Football.

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