Our CFL betting picks believe the Argonauts have no business being favored over the Redblacks on Saturday afternoon.
Aug 8, 2025 • 10:52 ET
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Photo By – Imagn Images. Dru Brown of the Ottawa Redblacks in CFL action.
The Toronto Argonauts welcome the Ottawa Redblacks to BMO Field on Saturday afternoon. Toronto beat Ottawa earlier this year, but my Redblacks vs. Argonauts predictions are backing the visitors to get revenge.
Here are my best free CFL picks for this Week 10 clash on August 9.
Redblacks vs Argonauts prediction
My Redblacks vs Argonauts pick: Redblacks moneyline (+140 at BET99)
This is just the second time this year the Toronto Argonauts have been favored, and with how many flaws this team has, I’m not sure they should be.
Nick Arbuckle has played well at QB but the offensive line has been brutal, and the ground game is the worst in the league.Â
On the other side of the ball, the Argos can’t contain the run or the pass. They allow the second-most rushing yards per game (117.4) in the CFL while surrendering a league-high 9.5 yards per pass attempt.
They also have the worst kick coverage unit in the league and have been penalized more than any other team.Â
The Argos beat the Ottawa Redblacks 29-16 when these teams tangled in Week 4. That said, Ottawa outgained Toronto 341-289 and had a 20-13 edge in first downs.
Turnovers killed the Redblacks in that game, but backup Dustin Crum was under center, and they’ve been far better with Dru Brown at QB.
Brown led Ottawa to a 31-11 win against injury-plagued Calgary last week. He throws an excellent deep ball and should torch an Argos D that has allowed a league-high 30 big plays. Give me Ottawa at plus money here.Â
Redblacks vs Argonauts same-game parlay (SGP)
Redblacks moneyline
Over 52.5
Neither team has been able to establish the run, but they won’t need to with how poorly both teams defend the pass. The Argos and Redblacks have both allowed 17 completions of 30+ yards — tied for the worst number in the league.Â
Arbuckle and Brown can stretch defenses, and their ability to attack downfield should lead to plenty of points.Â
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Redblacks vs Argonauts odds
Redblacks vs Argonauts live odds
Redblacks vs Argonauts opening odds
Spread: Ottawa +2.5 (-105) | Toronto -2.5 (-115)
Moneyline: Ottawa +125 | Toronto -150
Over/Under: Over 53.5 | Under 53.5
Redblacks vs Argonauts trend
The Over is 7-1 in the last eight meetings between these East Division foes.
How to watch Redblacks vs Argonauts and game info
Location
BMO Field, Toronto, ON
Date
Saturday, 8-9-2025
Kick-off
3:00 p.m. ET
TV
TSN
Redblacks vs Argonauts key injuries
Redblacks: Zack Pelehos RT (Out), Peter Godber C (Out), Eric Starczala C (Out), Cleyon Laing DT (Out), Adrian Frye DB (Out), Devonte Dedmon WR/KR (Out).
Argonauts: Chad Kelly QB (Out), Kevin Mital WR (Questionable), Andrew Chatfield DE (Questionable), Miyan Williams RB (Out), Ryan Hunter OT (Out), Bryan Cox Jr. DE (Out).
Redblacks vs Argonauts weather
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