LIVESTREAM CFL: Saskatchewan Roughriders @ Toronto Argonauts, June 21, 01:30 CET (1:30 am, 7:30 pm June 20 ET)

| American Football | 06/20/2025

The Saskatchewan Roughriders (2-0) aim to extend their unbeaten start against the winless Toronto Argonauts (0-2) in a critical Week 3 Canadian Football League matchup at BMO Field on Friday night.

Ground game dominance meets struggling run defense
The Roughriders’ backfield trio of AJ Ouellette, Thomas Bertrand-Hudon, and Ka’Deem Carey will test a Toronto defense allowing 125 rushing yards per game. Ouellette, coming off a 96-yard performance in Week 2, faces an Argonauts unit that surrendered explosive runs of 47 and 62 yards in losses to Montreal and Calgary. Saskatchewan’s league-leading run defense (40.5 yards allowed per game) contrasts sharply with Toronto’s struggles, incentivizing a ground-heavy approach.

Secondary vulnerabilities vs. aerial threats
Despite their stout run defense, Saskatchewan has conceded a CFL-worst 374.5 passing yards per game. Veteran defensive backs Rolan Milligan Jr. (64-yard interception return touchdown in Week 2) and Nelson Lokombo must contain Toronto’s Damonte Coxie, who leads the Argos with 197 receiving yards. Pressure from the Roughriders’ defensive front, tied with Toronto for a league-high six sacks, could disrupt backup quarterback Nick Arbuckle’s rhythm.

Watch live. Saskatchewan Roughriders @ Toronto Argonauts, June 21, 01:30 CET (1:30 am, 7:30 pm June 20 ET)

Harris’ efficiency meets Toronto’s pass rush
Quarterback Trevor Harris enters with a six-game win streak and six consecutive 70%+ completion performances. With top receiver Samuel Emilus sidelined (foot injury), KeeSean Johnson (69-yard fourth-quarter surge in Week 2) and emerging targets Dhel Duncan-Busby and Dohnte Meyers must step up. Harris’ 12-6 record as Saskatchewan’s starter includes an 0-1 mark against Toronto. The Argonauts’ defensive line, led by Andrew Chatfield Jr.’s two sacks, aims to exploit his pocket presence.

Arbuckle’s uphill battle for offensive spark
With Chad Kelly sidelined, Nick Arbuckle (6-8 career record as a non-Kelly starter) shoulders Toronto’s hopes. The Argos’ 29 total points rank last in the CFL, though Coxie and rookie Miyan Williams (62 rushing yards, nine receptions in Week 2) offer glimpses of potential. Improved field position is critical—Toronto’s drives start at their 29-yard line on average, the league’s worst.

Key additions and historical context
Former Roughrider Anthony Lanier II anchors Toronto’s efforts to stifle Saskatchewan’s ground game. The Argonauts have dominated recent meetings, winning five of the last six, including three straight at home. Saskatchewan last won in Toronto in 2019.

Need to know

  • Streaks: Harris seeks a seventh straight win; Toronto aims to avoid its first 0-3 start since 2019.
  • Special teams: Saskatchewan’s Brett Lauther (1,000+ career points) looks to rebound after a 2-of-5 Week 2 kicking performance.
  • Turnover battle: The Roughriders’ +2 margin (six forced, four conceded) contrasts with Toronto’s -3 (three forced, six conceded).

Watch live. Saskatchewan Roughriders @ Toronto Argonauts, June 21, 01:30 CET (1:30 am, 7:30 pm June 20 ET)

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