The Elks look to improve their playoff chances on Friday night in Winnipeg when they visit the Blue Bombers in the return match of their home-and-home series.
Winnipeg Blue Bombers' Nic Demski is tackled by Edmonton Elks ' Derrick Moncrief during second half CFL action in Edmonton, on Saturday September 21, 2024.Their playoff chances took a big hit last week, however, with a 27-14 loss at home to the Winnipeg Blue Bombers. On Friday night, the Elks look to avenge that loss when they visit the Bombers in the return match at Princess Auto Stadium in Winnipeg.
In five games prior, including four starts, Bethel-Thompson averaged over 260 yards passing per game, throwing 10 touchdowns and two interceptions. Listen below: Elks quarterback McLeod Bethel-Thompson talks about the urgent need for a win against the Bombers in a very tough environment for a road team at Princess Auto Stadium in Winnipeg.Elks head coach and offensive co-ordinator Jarious Jackson said he feels Bethel-Thompson has the experience to manage going against the Bombers’ tight zone defence.
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