Elks vs Lions Prediction 7/4/2026 Today’s CFL Picks

In this article we will formulate an Elks vs Lions prediction for this CFL game on Saturday, July 4th at Kelowna Apple Bowl in Kelowna, BC. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this CFL matchup.

Edmonton Elks Betting Preview

The Edmonton Elks are 3-0 this season after they defeated the Blue Bombers by a score of 23-18 last week. Edmonton led 17-7 at halftime, but they trailed 18-17 in the fourth quarter, before they scored the winning touchdown with 56 seconds left. The Elks out gained Winnipeg by a total of 388-369, went 12-21 on second downs, and won the turnover battle by a total of 3-2 in the game. Cody Fajardo threw for 267 yards and one touchdown, while Kaion Julien-Grant caught six passes for 84 yards. Justin Rankin rushed 15 times for 106 yards and one score in the win.

Edmonton started the season with a 29-21 win over the Redblacks and a 32-29 win over the Alouettes, and they are currently first in the West Division. The Elks have scored 28.0 points per game with 254.7 passing yards and 148.0 rushing yards per game, while they have allowed 22.7 points against per game this season. Cody Fajardo has thrown for 764 yards, three touchdowns, and one interception, while Justin Rankin has 13 receptions for 154 yards. Rankin also has 46 carries for 387 yards and four scores this season.

BC Lions Betting Preview

The BC Lions are 0-3 this year after they lost to the Stampeders by a score of 41-33 in week four. BC trailed 24-14 at halftime and couldn’t get enough stops in the second half to get back into the game for the loss. The Lions out gained Calgary by a total of 479-288, went 7-17 on second downs, and lost the turnover battle by a total of 2-0 in the game. Nathan Rourke threw for 462 yards, three touchdowns, and one interception, while Keon Hatcher caught nine passes for 162 yards. James Butler rushed six times for just 20 yards in the loss.

BC started the season with a 31-27 loss to the Roughriders and a 41-27 loss to the Tiger-Cats, and they are currently last in the West Division. The Lions have scored 29.0 points per game with 397.0 passing yards and 70.0 rushing yards per game, while they have allowed 37.7 points against per game this season. Nathan Rourke has thrown for 1,083 yards, four touchdowns, and two interceptions, while Justin McInnis has 16 receptions for 247 yards. James Butler has rushed 30 times for 117 yards and two scores this year.

Elks vs Lions Prediction

BC comes into this matchup looking for their first win of the season, but they have the worst defense in the CFL through three games. The Lions have a very strong passing attack, but they have allowed 41, 31, and 41 points this year. Edmonton isn’t an elite offensive team, but they have a great ground game and a solid defense. I think this is a great spot for BC, as Edmonton’s lower scoring offense should be manageable for the Lions poor defense. Take BC to win at home.

David Racey's Pick: BC Lions ML