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SportsLine analyst Emory Hunt has released his picks for the final week of the 2026 CFL regular season, with playoff positioning on the line across multiple games.
Hunt, who has gone 132-111-2 on NFL wagers over the past three seasons and 40-36 on CFL spread selections this year, is backing the Alouettes in their matchup against an East Division rival. "I'll side with the Alouettes, who have much better depth," Hunt said, though he noted Montreal may rest starters to stay healthy for the postseason.
In the West, Winnipeg faces a win-and-in scenario against the Lions, who have already secured a playoff berth. Hunt anticipates Winnipeg will cover the spread given the high-stakes situation.
Ottawa enters off its first victory, with quarterback Bryson Barnes throwing for 337 yards and two touchdowns versus the Argos in his second career start. Meanwhile, Saskatchewan must defeat Edmonton to determine whether its Grey Cup path runs through the East or West Division, with the Riders favoring a western route to Calgary. Hunt expects Saskatchewan's defense, which contained Montreal last weekend, to perform similarly against the Elks' reserves.
Source: CBS Sports - Thu Oct 22, 11:09 AM ET
Written by the SportsMafia Wire desk in our own words from the original reporting (AI-assisted, checked against the source).