CFL preview: Edmonton Elks to host Toronto Argonauts

CFL Edmonton Elks Toronto Argonauts Calgary Stampeders B.C. Lions

The Edmonton Elks (6-3) are preparing to host the Toronto Argonauts (4-4) at Commonwealth Stadium. Despite a recent decline in rushing production for Rankin, he maintains a season total of 651 rushing yards and seven touchdowns. The Elks have struggled defensively recently, allowing an average of 36.7 points per game over their last three contests.

The Toronto Argonauts enter the matchup following a 33-30 victory over Calgary, led by Chad Kelly, who threw for 349 yards and a touchdown.

In other CFL action, the B.C. Lions face the Calgary Stampeders (4-5). The Stampeders have scored 30 or more points in eight consecutive games, while the Lions' defense has forced the fewest turnovers in the league.

Entities

B.C. Lions · CFL · Calgary Stampeders · Edmonton Elks · Toronto Argonauts

Sources

Reduced rushing workload a reason for Rankin’s low numbers of late [larongenow.com]

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Reduced rushing workload a reason for Rankin’s low numbers of late [panow.com]

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