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Toronto +105 over Calgary
9:00 PM EST. The Argonauts have the look of the more explosive team entering this matchup, and that's a major reason to back them to win outright over Calgary. Toronto's offense has been the most productive unit in the CFL through the opening weeks of the season, averaging 38.0 points and 476.3 total yards per game, both league-leading marks. The Argonauts have also been the CFL's top passing attack, averaging nearly 400 passing yards per contest, and they've shown the ability to score quickly from anywhere on the field. With an offense that consistently generates chunk plays, Toronto is capable of overcoming hostile road environments and putting constant pressure on opposing defenses.
Everything starts with quarterback Chad Kelly, who has played at an elite level despite facing aggressive defensive schemes each week. Kelly has completed more than 70% of his passes for 1,190 yards and nine touchdowns, while averaging an impressive 11.0 yards per attempt, one of the best figures in the league. His receiving corps gives him plenty of options, with Kevin Mital, Tyler Kahmann, David Ungerer III, and Makai Polk all stretching defenses in different ways. Toronto also has enough balance on the ground with Samuel Hicks, preventing opponents from simply dropping extra defenders into coverage. That versatility has fueled back-to-back victories in which the Argonauts have scored 84 combined points, proving they can win even when games turn into offensive shootouts.
Calgary has improved defensively, but slowing down Toronto for four quarters is a much different challenge than containing most CFL offenses. The Stampeders will need to match scores against the league's highest-scoring attack, and that has been a difficult task for opponents all season. With Toronto averaging explosive gains through the air, consistently finishing drives, and entering the game with plenty of offensive confidence, the Argonauts have the edge in the matchup that matters most. In what should be another high-scoring contest, Toronto's superior quarterback play, dynamic passing game, and ability to create explosive plays make the Argonauts is the play,.
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Our Pick
Toronto +105 (Risking 2 units - To Win: 2.10)
