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Elks Edge West-Leading Roughriders 27-25 to Keep Playoff Hopes Alive

The victory preserved 6-9 Edmonton’s faint playoff chance on a night of tributes to late owner Larry Thompson.

Overview

  • Justin Rankin powered the comeback with fourth-quarter touchdown runs of 37 and five yards.
  • Saskatchewan scored with one second remaining, but its two-point pass to force overtime failed.
  • Edmonton improved to 6-9 and likely must win its final three games with help to make the playoffs, while Saskatchewan fell to 10-4 with its first two-game skid of the season.
  • The night included a moment of silence and end-zone tributes for owner Larry Thompson, who died Thursday.
  • KeeSean Johnson reached 1,000 receiving yards for the first time and A.J. Ouellette surpassed 1,000 rushing, with attendance announced at 30,053.