Match Analysis: Toronto Argonauts vs Ottawa Redblacks – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-08-09
- Time: 7:00 PM UTC
- Location: BMO Field, Toronto, ON
Game Overview
The matchup features the Toronto Argonauts hosting the Ottawa Redblacks, both teams holding identical 2-6 records in the East Division. The game is crucial for both who are positioned at the bottom of the standings. Ottawa comes off a bye week and a recent win that snapped a losing streak, while Toronto tries to leverage home-field advantage and a slightly more consistent offense under backup QB Nick Arbuckle.
Key Factors to Consider
- Both teams have struggled this season with 2-6 records. Toronto is slightly favored in power rankings due to more consistent offensive execution. Ottawa’s recent form improved with a convincing 31-11 win over Calgary, showing a competent ground and aerial attack led by Dru Brown. Toronto’s offense features Nick Arbuckle, second in passing yards but with the league's most interceptions, reflecting some inconsistency.
- Earlier season meeting won by Toronto with notable special teams contributions including two return touchdowns. Dru Brown did not start for Ottawa in that game, impacting performance comparison. Historical results suggest Toronto's greater stability, but the Redblacks have the potential to keep it close.
- Ottawa's starting QB Dru Brown recently returned from injury and is now healthy. Toronto’s usual QB Chad Kelly is out, with Arbuckle starting, which carries the risk of turnovers given his interception stats.
- Toronto hosts at BMO Field, providing home crowd advantage. Ottawa had a bye last week, which may aid their physical readiness. Special teams played a big role in the prior encounter, though repeating special teams touchdowns is improbable.
- Both teams are desperate to improve their poor records. Ottawa’s confidence should be bolstered by last week’s win and bye week rest. Toronto aims to exact revenge and capitalize on home field, with motivation to avoid falling further behind in standings.
Odds and Predictions
Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
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Moneyline | Ottawa +140, Toronto -170 | Toronto Argonauts | ★★★★☆ 75% |
Spread | Ottawa +3.5 -115, Toronto -3.5 -105 | Toronto Argonauts -3.5 | ★★★★☆ 70% |
Over/under | Over 52.5 -115, Under 52.5 -105 | Under 52.5 | ★★★☆☆ 65% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
Market | EV Pick |
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Moneyline | Toronto Argonauts -3% |
Spread | N/A |
Over/Under | Under 52.5 17% |
🔥 Best Value Pick: Under 52.5 at 17% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 18% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Toronto Argonauts to win straight up, cover the -3.5 spread, with the game finishing under 52.5 total points.
Predicted Score: Toronto Argonauts 24 – Ottawa Redblacks 17