Photo courtesy: Paul Yates/B.C. Lions
The Calgary Stampeders will wrap up the regular season without one of their top offensive weapons.
Canadian receiver Jalen Philpot will miss Friday’s clash with the Edmonton Elks due to a knee injury that held him out of practice this week. The 25-year-old has appeared in 16 games this season, setting a new career high with 61 receptions for 830 yards and three touchdowns.
First overall CFL Draft pick Damien Alford will take Philpot’s spot in the starting lineup, having caught 18 passes for 397 yards and five touchdowns in 14 appearances. Fellow Canadian rookie Vyshonne Janusas will also dress for insurance.
Defensively, the Stamps will be without the services of American linebacker Kyle Wilson (knee), who has made 67 defensive tackles, six special teams tackles, and one forced fumble in 14 games. Defensive back Jacobe Covington will be a healthy scratch, while Canadian defensive tackle Kyle Samson returns to the practice roster.
American defensive back Lance Robinson will take over for Godfrey Onyeka at boundary halfback in his return from injury, while Canadian defensive lineman Justin Sambu returns to the pass rush rotation. Linebacker Kelechi Anyalabechi will dress for depth.
The Calgary Stampeders (10-7) will visit the Edmonton Elks (7-10) at Commonwealth Stadium on Friday, October 24, with kickoff slated for 9:30 p.m. EDT. The Stampeders are coming off a blowout win over the Toronto Argonauts, while the Elks were eliminated from playoff contention following a loss to the B.C. Lions.
The weather forecast in Edmonton calls for a high of 14 degrees with a mix of sun and cloud. The game will be broadcast on TSN in Canada and CFL+ internationally. Radio listeners can tune in on 770 CHQR in Calgary and 880 CHED in Edmonton.
Graphic courtesy: Calgary Stampeders
