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Roughriders win amid injury challenges

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In early August ~~2026~~ 2026, the Saskatchewan Roughriders entered a home game against the Ottawa Redblacks while coping with a mounting list of injuries. Key offensive players such as wide receiver Sam Emilus, slotback Kian Schaffer‑Baker, fullback Albert Awachie, cornerback Tevaughn ~~Campbell~~ Campbell, and running back A.J. Ouellette were sidelined, prompting coach Corey Mace to emphasize a “next‑man‑up” approach and rely on backups like Johnny Johnson III and D’Sean Mimbs. ~~The team had just secured a 28‑26 win over the Edmonton Elks.~~ Two days later, the Roughriders, sitting second in the West with a 5‑2 record, announced depth‑chart changes for the upcoming clash with the winless Redblacks. Injured receivers Emilus and Schaffer‑Baker were placed on the six‑game injured list, leading to Dylan Djete’s first CFL start at wide receiver. Defensive back Nelson Lokombo returned from an ankle injury, and additional roster moves addressed further secondary and offensive injuries. On August 6, the defending Grey Cup champion Roughriders hosted the 0‑7 Redblacks at Mosaic Stadium. Quarterback Trevor Harris and coach Mace warned that adversity is “ubiquitous,” recalling a 2024 loss to the Edmonton Elks and stressing execution. The injury list remained extensive, with slotbacks Schaffer‑Baker and Emilus, defensive back Campbell and fullback Awachie still on the six‑game list. The following ~~day~~ day, the Riders delivered a dominant 42‑20 victory, improving to 6‑2 while the Redblacks fell to 0‑8, extending a 14‑game regular‑season losing streak. Trevor Harris threw for 401 yards, becoming the 12th CFL quarterback to surpass 40,000 career passing yards. Rookie Dylan Djete recorded his first CFL touchdown, and Tommy Stevens added three short‑range rushing scores, keeping his league‑leading total at 11. The win underscored the team’s ability to succeed despite a deep injury roster.

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