The Edmonton Elks head to Winnipeg’s Princess Auto Stadium on Thursday, June 26, 2025, for a Week 4 CFL matchup against the Blue Bombers. The Bombers, currently 2‑0, are favored by 9.5 points and boast a potent offense behind QB Zach Collaros. The Elks, off a loss to Montreal in Week 3, seek to get their first win of the season by beating Winnipeg. Continue reading to get my Edmonton Elks vs Winnipeg Blue Bombers prediction for this Week 4 opener.
Our Edmonton Elks vs Winnipeg Blue Bombers Pick
- Pick: Winnipeg Blue Bombers -9½
- Confidence: ⭐⭐⭐
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Game Snapshot
- Matchup: Edmonton Elks vs Winnipeg Blue Bombers
- Date & Time: Thursday, June 26, 2025, 8:30 pm ET
- Venue: Princess Auto Stadium, Winnipeg
- Broadcast: TSN / CBS Sports Network
Spread | Moneyline | Total |
---|---|---|
Winnipeg -9½ | Edmonton +390 / Winnipeg -525 | 50.5 |
Key Storylines
Recent form
- Winnipeg is 2‑0, fresh off a 27‑14 home win over BC. Their defense is allowing 17 points per game early on.
- Edmonton dropped a 38-28 game against Montreal in Week 3, showing fight but leaving room for improvement after an 0-2 start.
Quarterback play
- Zach Collaros made his return to the field for Winnipeg last week with 72% completions, 2 TDs, and 2 INTs in an up-and-down performance.
- Edmonton’s Tre Ford has shown mobility and accuracy but is struggling to convert his promise into points.
Matchup Advantages
- Winnipeg’s OL gives Collaros pocket time, and has helped the running game despite injury issues for Brady Oliveira.
- Blue Bombers defender Marquise Bridges is tied for the league lead with two early interceptions and he will look to take advantage of Ford’s volatility when Edmonton has the ball.
Recent Team Streaks
- Elks are 0‑12 against Winnipeg dating back to 2018.
- Winnipeg’s defense is allowing 17 points per game, Edmonton is allowing 34.5 points per game.
Betting Trends & H2H
- Winnipeg is 2‑0 ATS to start this season.
- Edmonton is 0-2 both straight up and ATS.
- Both teams are 1-1 on over/unders to begin the year.
Edmonton Elks vs Winnipeg Blue Bombers Model Projection
Score Projection: Winnipeg 32 – Edmonton 20
Win Probability: Winnipeg 78%, Edmonton 22%
Final Thoughts
Winnipeg brings consistency, home-field advantage, and a well-balanced offensive unit. The Elks are improving and can keep it competitive early, but their shortcomings, especially on defense, will likely catch up to them. Expect the Bombers to cover here, as they should be able to ride their superior consistency on both sides of the ball to a double-digit victory that will improve them to 3-0 on the year while dropping the Elks to 0-3.