Saskatchewan Roughriders vs Ottawa Redblacks Picks and Prediction for Friday July 3 2026
Use Code SSWC The Saskatchewan Roughriders visit the Ottawa REDBLACKS on Friday, July 3, 2026, at The Stadium at TD Place in Ottawa, ON, with kickoff scheduled for 7:30 PM. Saskatchewan enters this matchup at 2-1, while Ottawa comes in at 0-3, making this an early-season game with very different team records on each side. Get all of the best CFL picks this year.
Saskatchewan has been led by an efficient passing attack, while Ottawa is still searching for its first win of the season. The Roughriders have the better record, and their passing production gives them a clear statistical foundation heading into this road matchup.
Why Saskatchewan Roughriders Could Control This Matchup
Saskatchewan enters at 2-1, and the Roughriders have received excellent passing production from Trevor Harris. Harris has completed 87 of 115 passes for 1,175 yards, eight touchdowns, and only one interception. His 75.7 completion percentage, 127.3 efficiency rating, 0.9 interception percentage, and 10.2 yards per attempt all point to a quarterback playing with control and confidence.
The Roughriders also have several receiving options producing consistently. Kian Schaffer-Baker has 27 catches for 384 yards and two touchdowns, while KeeSean Johnson has 23 catches for 301 yards and two touchdowns. Samuel Emilus has added 14 catches for 246 yards and three touchdowns, giving Saskatchewan multiple ways to move the ball through the air.
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On the ground, A.J. Ouellette has 153 rushing yards on 33 carries, while Thomas Bertrand-Hudon has added 54 yards on 12 carries. Quali Conley has also been productive with 50 yards on eight carries and one touchdown. Saskatchewan’s rushing numbers may not be the headline of the matchup, but they give the offense enough balance to support the passing game.
What Makes Ottawa REDBLACKS Dangerous
Ottawa enters at 0-3, but the REDBLACKS still have passing production to build around. Jake Maier has completed 74 of 115 passes for 820 yards, five touchdowns, and three interceptions. His 64.3 completion percentage and 7.1 yards per attempt show that Ottawa has been able to move the ball through the air, even if the overall record has not followed.
The REDBLACKS receiving group has several contributors. Ayden Eberhardt leads the group with 15 catches for 203 yards and one touchdown, while Justin Hardy has 13 catches for 169 yards and two touchdowns. Kalil Pimpleton has 127 receiving yards, and Keelan White has added two touchdown catches.
Ottawa’s rushing game has also shown some efficiency in spots. Daniel Adeboboye has 85 yards on 15 carries with a 5.7-yard average and one touchdown. Jake Maier has added 21 rushing yards on three carries, while Greg Bell has 69 yards on 20 carries. That gives Ottawa enough offensive variety to stay competitive if it can turn production into points.
Breaking Down the Matchup
The record comparison favors Saskatchewan. The Roughriders are 2-1, while Ottawa is 0-3, and that difference matters when evaluating which side has been more reliable early in the season. Saskatchewan has already found ways to win, while Ottawa is still trying to break through.
The passing matchup also leans toward the Roughriders. Saskatchewan has 1,175 passing yards with eight touchdowns and one interception, while Ottawa has 820 passing yards with five touchdowns and three interceptions. Saskatchewan also holds the edge in completion percentage, yards per attempt, efficiency rating, and interception percentage.
Ottawa’s best path is to lean on its available offensive playmakers and keep the game close at home. However, Saskatchewan’s passing efficiency and cleaner turnover profile give the Roughriders the stronger statistical case.
Final Prediction
Saskatchewan is the pick because the Roughriders have the better record and the more efficient passing profile. The combination of a 75.7 completion percentage, 1,175 passing yards, eight touchdowns, and only one interception gives Saskatchewan the clearest edge in this matchup.
Ottawa has enough offensive pieces to make this competitive, especially with multiple receivers involved and a rushing option averaging 5.7 yards per carry. Still, the REDBLACKS’ 0-3 record and lower passing efficiency make this a difficult spot against a 2-1 Saskatchewan team.
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Predicted Final Score
Saskatchewan Roughriders 28 – Ottawa REDBLACKS 20
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