Ottawa Redblacks vs Toronto Argonauts Picks, Prediction, Odds, and Line Movement for Saturday September 12 2026
The Ottawa Redblacks and Toronto Argonauts meet Saturday, September 12 in a Week 15 CFL matchup where Toronto enters as a heavy home favorite, and bettors browsing this week's free CFL predictions will want to weigh Ottawa's historic losing streak against a much more explosive Argonauts offense. For more angles across the slate, check out our free CFL picks before kickoff. Toronto is laying 10.5 points at -110, while Ottawa is +10.5 at the same price and the total is set at 62.5.
TLDR: Quick Picks and Prediction
- Spread Pick: Toronto Argonauts -10.5 (-110)
- Total Pick: Over 62.5 (-110)
- Projected Final Score: Argonauts 40, Redblacks 27
Odds and Line Movement
Current Odds
| Market | Ottawa | Toronto | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spread | +10.5 (-110) | -10.5 (-110) | - |
| Total | - | - | Over 62.5 (-110) / Under 62.5 (-110) |
Line Movement - Spread
| Date | Ottawa | Toronto |
|---|---|---|
| 09/08 | +10.5 (-110) | -10.5 (-110) |
| 09/08 | +9.5 (-110) | -9.5 (-110) |
| 09/08 | +8.5 (-110) | -8.5 (-110) |
Line Movement - Total
| Date | Over | Under |
|---|---|---|
| 09/08 | 62.5 (-110) | 62.5 (-110) |
Redblacks vs Argonauts Key Matchups and Game Preview
Redblacks Quarterback Play
Ottawa's offense is led by quarterback Jake Maier, who has completed 279 of 407 passes for 3,097 yards with 14 touchdowns and 14 interceptions. His 68.6% completion rate is solid, but the turnover numbers have made it difficult for Ottawa to sustain enough scoring consistency.
Argonauts Quarterback Play
Toronto counters with one of the league's most productive passing attacks, led by Chad Kelly, who has thrown for 3,961 yards with 27 touchdowns while completing 70.4% of his passes. Kelly has also thrown 18 interceptions, creating some volatility, but the Argos have far more explosive weapons around him.
OTT Ground Game
On the ground, Greg Bell has rushed for 296 yards on 76 carries, while Daniel Adeboboye has added 143 yards and two touchdowns, giving Ottawa a modest rushing attack to pair with its passing game.
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Redblacks Receiving Corps
Ottawa's receiving corps has been productive, with Ayden Eberhardt posting 754 yards and five touchdowns, Justin Hardy adding 745 yards and four scores, and Keelan White contributing 529 yards and three touchdowns.
Toronto Receiving Weapons
Toronto has multiple dangerous targets, including Damonte Coxie with 1,043 yards and five touchdowns, Tyler Kahlmann with 743 yards and seven scores, and Makai Polk with 571 yards and six touchdowns, giving Kelly a deep and varied group to target.
Argonauts Rushing Attack
Samuel Hicks has been the Argos' leading rusher with 383 yards and three touchdowns on 65 carries, while Kelly has added 154 rushing yards and three scores himself, giving Toronto a dual-threat dimension on top of its passing production.
Betting Trends: OTT vs TOR
Toronto has scored 365 points and allowed 361 this season, reflecting a competitive team that has been inconsistent in close games despite sitting 6-6. Ottawa, meanwhile, has been outscored 413-247 and remains winless at 0-11, entering this matchup on an 11-game losing streak. That combination of an explosive Toronto offense and a struggling Ottawa defense sets up a lopsided expectation for this game.
Key Injuries and Things To Know: OTT vs TOR
No major new injury information was shown in the provided matchup data, so there is not a clear personnel-related adjustment to make for either the Redblacks or the Argonauts heading into this game.
Redblacks vs Argonauts Side and Over/Under Picks
- Spread Pick: Toronto Argonauts -10.5 (-110)
- Total Pick: Over 62.5 (-110)
The biggest difference remains Toronto's offensive ceiling and Ottawa's inability to finish games, and with the Redblacks entering on an 11-game losing streak, the Argonauts should have opportunities to create separation. With both offenses capable of moving the ball through the air, the over also stands out as an appealing complement to the spread.
Final Score Prediction
- Toronto Argonauts: 40
- Ottawa Redblacks: 27
How to Wager On Redblacks vs Argonauts
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