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Roughriders Down Edmonton 26-16 - Match Report

Saskatchewan got a 126-yard performance from Jamal Morrow as a key part of its 26-16 victory over the Elks on Saturday at The Brick Field at Commonwealth Stadium.

The Roughriders were a -7.5-point favorite in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters. The combined score dipped UNDER the total, which closed at 49.0.

Jamal Morrow rushed for 126 yards, while Frankie Hickson added 32 yards in the win. Shaq Evans and Mitchell Picton added 81 and 56 receiving yards respectively.

James Wilder Jr. rushed for 40 yards for Edmonton, while Martese Jackson added 2 yards. Nick Arbuckle threw for 315 yards for the Elks, while receivers Kenny Lawler Jr. and Emmanuel Arceneaux had 149 and 85 yards respectively.

Edmonton lost the offensive yardage battle to Saskatchewan 431-360 yards in Saturday's game. Saskatchewan had more first downs as that total ended up 22-17.

Edmonton lost the time of possession battle 34:40-25:20, leaving their defense on the field more than they wanted.

Saskatchewan heads into a Week 3 battle against the Alouettes. Edmonton, meanwhile, will have their next action against Calgary.