Edmonton Elks win 36-34 over Saskatchewan Roughriders with last‑second 57‑yard field goal

On July 23, 2026, the Edmonton Elks defeated the Saskatchewan Roughriders 36‑34 at Mosaic Stadium in Regina. The decisive play came when kicker Vincent Blanchard nailed a 57‑yard field goal as time expired. The victory moved Edmonton to a 6‑1 record, its best start since 2017, while Saskatchewan fell to 4‑2.

Quarterback Cody Fajardo delivered a career‑high performance, throwing for 510 yards and four touchdowns without an interception. Wide receiver Austin Mack contributed an 81‑yard touchdown reception and a 57‑yard touchdown catch earlier in the third quarter. Saskatchewan’s Trevor Harris also threw for 386 yards and four touchdowns.

The game followed a tragic two‑vehicle crash that killed Roughriders linebacker Jayden Dalke and passenger Bhishma Rajyaguru. Both were honoured with tributes and a moment of silence before kickoff, adding an emotional backdrop to the contest.