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Tiger-Cats vs. Roughriders Prediction, Expert Picks & Odds: Another Explosive Game in Rematch

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Saskatchewan Roughriders wide receiver Kian Schaffer-Baker catches a touchdown pass in front of Hamilton Tiger-Cats linebacker Kyle Wilson at Tim Hortons Field. We expect another high-scoring game in our Tiger-Cats vs. Roughriders Prediction.
Saskatchewan Roughriders wide receiver Kian Schaffer-Baker catches a touchdown pass in front of Hamilton Tiger-Cats linebacker Kyle Wilson at Tim Hortons Field. Photo by Gerry Angus/USA TODAY Sports via Imagn.

Our top predictions for the Tiger-Cats vs. Roughriders game are based on the best CFL odds, as they clash for the second consecutive week.

The most exciting game of the CFL season so far took place in Week 2 as the Saskatchewan Roughriders (2-0) scored 10 points in less than a minute to defeat the Hamilton Tiger-Cats (0-2). These two teams will face each other again for the second consecutive week on Sunday at 7 p.m. ET (TSN/RDS, CFL+) at Mosaic Stadium in Regina, Sask.

After their impressive comeback last week, the Roughriders are now favored by 2.5 points in the rematch at home and are gaining momentum in the Grey Cup odds. Leading the charge are CFL Most Outstanding Player candidates Trevor Harris and A.J. Ouellette.

Tiger-Cats vs. Roughriders prediction

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Over 50.5 ⭐⭐⭐

Based on the high-scoring game between the Riders and Ti-Cats last week, it seems likely that there will be more points scored than defensive plays in their upcoming matchup. In Week 2, Saskatchewan and Hamilton totaled 63 points in a close 33-30 victory for the Riders. Despite a slow start, the Riders were able to capitalize on the weaknesses of the struggling Hamilton defense, particularly in the second half.

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Hamilton’s defense is struggling, allowing the second-most points per game in the CFL (32.5) and the second-highest quarterback rating (120.7). The issues with their secondary were evident during Saskatchewan’s comeback, a problem that was also apparent in their loss to Calgary in Week 1. Despite this, Harris demonstrated his abilities as one of the top passers in the league, throwing for 390 yards and two touchdowns against the Tiger-Cats.

I anticipate a similar outcome with Hamilton’s struggle to defend against Kian Schaffer-Baker and Jerreth Sterns, who both had 221 receiving yards last week. Saskatchewan boasts a formidable trio of wide receivers with Shawn Bane included. Despite a slow start this year, Ouellette remains one of the top running backs in the CFL, having rushed for over 1,000 yards last season.

In order to compete with Saskatchewan’s high-scoring offense and compensate for their weak defense, Hamilton must continue to rely on their ability to put points on the board. Despite leading the league in yards per game (439) and averaging 27 points per game, the Tiger-Cats have yet to secure a victory. Bo Levi Mitchell, at 34 years old, continues to showcase his strong passing skills.

Mitchell has already amassed 680 passing yards in just two games, with 380 yards and three touchdowns coming in last week’s matchup against the Riders. He is not the only one driving the offense, as All-Star Tim White is also a key player looking to redeem himself after a costly drop last week. The Tiger-Cats have a plethora of other playmakers who can contribute, helping to take advantage of a Saskatchewan defense that ranks second in allowing passing yards per game (358).

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Tiger-Cats vs. Roughriders first team to score

Roughriders (-141)

With both passing attacks capable of explosive plays, this market is a challenging one to bet on. In the previous game, the Tiger-Cats kicked a 13-yard field goal to start, but the Riders quickly answered with the game’s first touchdown – a 24-yard pass from Harris to Schaffer-Baker. Given their home advantage at Mosaic, I predict Saskatchewan will be the first to score in this upcoming match.

Currently, Harris displays more consistent passing skills compared to Mitchell, who tends to be unpredictable in his aggressive throwing style. The addition of Sterns has significantly boosted the Riders’ offense, and Ouellette is expected to have a breakout performance soon. Saskatchewan’s kicker, Brett Lauther, has been reliable from long distances, boasting a 14-for-17 record on field goals over 40 yards since 2026.

Tiger-Cats vs. Roughriders odds

As of Friday at 11:30 a.m. ET, the odds for the Tiger-Cats vs. Roughriders game are available on Betway.

TeamsMoneylineSpreadTotal
Roughriders-152-2.5 (-111)Over: 50.5 (-111)
Tiger-Cats+125+2.5 (-111)Under: 50.5 (-111)

It appeared that Hamilton was on track for a comfortable win in the game last week between these two teams. The Tiger-Cats were leading 20-7 at halftime and held a 30-20 lead with just over five minutes remaining, but the Riders managed to pull off an upset win. I am somewhat surprised that the Riders are not favored by a larger margin at home this week, especially considering their 2-0 record against the spread compared to Hamilton’s 0-2 record.

With the high amount of scoring from both teams and their inconsistent defenses, this total seems reasonable. The ideal weather conditions should lead to a high-scoring game with both passing attacks shining. Both teams have gone over the total in their first two games of the season.

Tiger-Cats vs. Roughriders game info

  • When: Sunday, June 23 (7 p.m. ET)
  • Where: Mosaic Stadium (Regina, Sask.)
  • How to watch: TSN/RDS, CFL+
  • Weather: 71 degrees, 16-mph winds, 20% chance of precipitation
  • Favorite: Roughriders -2.5 (-111 via Betway)

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Richardson Lilliana
Rob is a Publishing Editor at Underscoreg Review. He’s been with the team since early 2026, with this being his first full-time role in the sports betting industry. Before joining UnderscoregReview.com, he contributed to various sports outlets, including FanSided and Pro Football Network. During that period, he spent five years working full-time as a local community journalist, after attending Durham College for journalism and Wilfrid Laurier University for history. He previously hosted an NFL draft and college football-focused podcast where he had the opportunity to interact with future NFL players such as Maxx Crosby and Quinn Meinerz. Rob has spent multiple years working as a freelance podcast producer for numerous sports-related podcasts while making guest appearances on several college football shows. He’s also made guest appearances on SportsTalk Mississippi on several occasions to talk all things NFL draft. Rob values the way sports betting acts as a catalyst for telling stories and growing interest in certain sports, particularly FCS football, WNBA, and mid-major college basketball. He’s always been drawn to the more obscure teams and conferences in major college sports, but most of all, Rob loves using stats to find the best player props to back.