cfl Game Recap
Edmonton Elks vs Winnipeg Blue Bombers Recap - Blue Bombers Win 36-23
The Blue Bombers got a 3-TD performance from Zach Collaros as Winnipeg handed Edmonton a 36-23 defeat on Thursday at Princess Auto Stadium.
Bettors who backed the Blue Bombers were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -9.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 51.5.
Zach Collaros completed 25 of 30 pass attempts for 334 yards and 3 TDs for the Blue Bombers in the win.
Javon Leake rushed for 42 yards for Edmonton, while Justin Rankin added 30 yards. Tre Ford threw for 252 yards for the Elks, while receivers Kaion Julien-Grant and Steven Dunbar Jr. had 115 and 55 yards respectively.
Edmonton was outgained by Winnipeg 428-345 yards in Thursday's match, while the important battle of first downs was won 23-17 by the Blue Bombers.
The time of possession battle favored Winnipeg as their offense was on the field for 31:09, longer than the 28:51 of their opponents.
Winnipeg looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Stampeders. The Elks will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Ottawa.