Elks vs. Roughriders CFL Week 21 Odds, Prediction and Picks: Riders Favoured With Elks Resting Starters
The Saskatchewan Roughriders can finally clinch third place in the CFL West standings with a win on Sunday afternoon, when they host the first-place Edmonton Elks on Saturday in the final game of the 2026 CFL regular season. The Riders assured themselves of a playoff spot with last week’s 16-12 victory over Montreal, and can book a ticket to the West semi-final versus BC with a win while a loss means they will face the Toronto Argonauts in next week’s East semi-final. The Elks clinched the top of the CFL West while winning their past three games, capped by last week’s 35-27 win over Winnipeg, and will likely rest several regulars ahead of their upcoming date in the West Final on November 8.
The Roughriders have emerged as slim 1.5-point home favourites on the CFL Week 21 odds. The Elks trail as +110 CFL moneyline underdogs and the total is listed at 51.5.
CFL Week 21 Odds and Betting
These CFL West rivals split a pair of games earlier this season, with the road team emerging victorious in each, capped by the Riders’ 28-26 in in Edmonton on August 1. While the Roughriders hold a slight edge in head-to-head action, winning six of their past 10 versus Edmonton, these teams have been very evenly matched, with each of their past five games getting settled by four or fewer points. However, the Elks hold the edge at the sportsbook, covering in four straight dates with the Riders and going 7-3 ATS in their past 10. Edmonton has also covered in two straight overall and six of 10 and has gone 2-1 ATS in their past three as betting dogs. Outright losers in four of their past five, the Roughriders have also been losers against the spread in five straight while scoring just 20.2 points per game over that stretch.
Edmonton Elks
The Elks secured first place in the West by defeating Winnipeg 35-27, with quarterback Cody Fajardo tallying four touchdown passes to secure the win. But with nothing to play for in their season finale, the Elks will rest Fajardo in favour of Taylor Powell. The 28-year-old American has seen limited action this season, completing 11 of 12 total pass attempts for 122 yards and two TDs in two game appearances. The status of Justin Rankin also remains uncertain. The talented rusher was limited in practice this week by an ankle injury, making him a prime candidate to enjoy a day off this weekend. Indeed, the Elks face a long list of injuries going into Week 21, creating plenty of opportunities for players looking to make an impression before the postseason.
Saskatchewan Roughriders
The Roughriders ended a four-game losing streak with their 16-12 victory over Montreal on October 17, earning the win on the strength of KeeSean Johnson’s scoring catch with 29 seconds remaining. Now assured of playing ion the road in next week’s semi-finals, the Riders have elected to rest some regulars. Earlier this week, head coach Corey Mace confirmed that Jack Coan will make his first CFL start on Saturday, giving veteran pivot Trevor Harris the day off. Harris finishes the regular season with 5,370 passing yards, 32 touchdowns and 15 interceptions. However, Coan’s audition could have longer-term significance for a squad whose established quarterback is now 40 years old. Coan has attempted only two passes this season, but enjoyed an outstanding final season at Notre Dame in 2021, throwing for 3150 yards and 25 touchdowns.
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