CFL Best Bets: Saskatchewan Roughriders vs BC Lions Prediction, 7/19/2025
- Lee Shipley
- Jul 18
- 3 min read
Roughriders vs BC Lions Game Info:
Location: BC Place, Vancouver, BC
Date: Saturday, 7-19-2025
Kick-off: 7:00 p.m. EST
Roughriders vs Lions opening odds:
Spread: Saskatchewan +1.5 | BC -1.5
Moneyline: Saskatchewan -120 | BC +100
Over/Under: Over 52.5 (-105) | Under 52.5 (-115)
It's a big matchup this Saturday at BC Place! The BC Lions (3-3) are facing off against the Saskatchewan Roughriders (4-1) in what's shaping up to be a close game. Saskatchewan heads into this one as slight 1.5-point favorites, with the over/under set at 52.5. Keep an eye on the quarterback battle between Saskatchewan's Trevor Harris and the Lions' own Nathan Rourke.
Roughriders vs Lions
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The home team is 7-0 SU and 6-1 ATS in the last seven meetings between these teams.
The Saskatchewan Roughriders Team Preview!
The Roughriders took a tough 24-10 loss to the Stampeders, but a few players still had a big game. Quarterback Trevor Harris was sharp, throwing for 425 yards and a touchdown with no interceptions, while receiver Joe Robustelli was a monster, racking up 191 yards. The ground game, led by A.J. Ouellette, struggled to get going. Despite the loss, the team's offense is one of the best in the league, ranking second in points and third in total yards per game for the season.
Roughriders Injuries: Shawn Bane Jr WR (Out), Mario Alford WR/KR (Out), Daniel Johnson LT (Out), Sean McEwen C (Out), Philippe Gagnon G (Out), Trevon Tate G (Out), C.J. Avery LB (Out).
The BC Lions Team Preview!
The Lions are coming off a strong 32-14 win against the Elks, where their offense really shined. Running back James Butler had a massive day, racking up 172 yards and a touchdown. Quarterback Nathan Rourke was also on fire, completing 26 of 30 passes for 345 yards and two touchdowns, with Keon Hatcher leading the receivers with 130 yards. Looking at the season so far, the Lions' offense is one of the best in the league, ranking first in both total yards and passing yards per game. While their defense is also solid, ranking first in passing yards allowed, they have been giving up a fair number of points and rushing yards.
Lions Injuries: Dejon Allen RT (Out), Michael Couture C (Out), Tibo Debaillie DT (Questionable).
The Roughriders vs Lions Game Prediction:
Roughriders vs Lions pick: Over 52.5 -115
Get ready for a high-scoring showdown between the Saskatchewan Roughriders and the BC Lions. Their last matchup was a bit of a snoozer with backup quarterbacks, but this time, both teams have their star starters back and ready to light up the scoreboard.
Lions quarterback Nathan Rourke is a proven superstar, and he's back from injury looking as good as ever. On the other side, the Riders' Trevor Harris just threw for an incredible 425 yards in his return. Adding to the offensive firepower, the Riders will also have their top receiver, Samuel Emilus, back on the field.
Plus, the defenses aren't exactly shut-down units.
The Riders pass defense is one of the worst in the league, and while the Lions' pass defense looks good on paper, they've mainly faced weak offenses. With all this offensive talent back in action, expect plenty of fireworks and a much different game than their last meeting.
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