Overview

• Edmonton is 5-9 after consecutive walkoff field‑goal losses by a combined three points, giving the club four defeats this season by four or fewer.
• Saskatchewan arrives at 10-3 after a bye and visits Commonwealth Stadium for a game expected to draw roughly 30,000 fans.
• The Elks are 1-5 against West Division opponents, and with three divisional games remaining their playoff path tightens without a win.
• Linebacker Joel Dublanko labeled the contest “a win or die game,” and defensive back Kobe Williams said the group still believes it can finish strong.
• Players described a subdued mood following Larry Thompson’s death, with Tyrell Ford emphasizing better execution to close late defensive series.