BC Lions Playoffs 2026
The BC Lions' season ended in the Division Finals, a 28-16 loss at the Edmonton Elks. They finished the regular season 10-8 (20 points).
Season Trend
Lions Playoff Games
| Round | Date | Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-Finals | Oct 31 | vs  Roughriders | W 33-26 |
| Division Finals | Nov 7 | at  Elks | L 16-28 |
West Division Final Standings
| # | Team | W-L-T | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Elks | 13-5-0 | 26 |
| 2 | Lions | 10-8-0 | 20 |
| 3 | Roughriders | 10-8-0 | 20 |
| 4 |  Blue Bombers crossover | 9-9-0 | 18 |
| 5 |  Stampeders | 9-9-0 | 18 |
Top three qualify; a fourth-place team with more points than the other division’s third-place team crosses over. Full playoff picture →
Lions Last Regular-Season Games
| Date | Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Fri, Sep 25 | vs Roughriders | W 31-24 |
| Sat, Oct 3 | at  Argonauts | W 24-17 |
| Fri, Oct 9 | vs  Redblacks | W 41-20 |
| Sat, Oct 17 | at Stampeders | L 13-32 |
| Fri, Oct 23 | vs Blue Bombers | L 10-34 |
Times Eastern.
This BC Lions playoffs page refreshes after every Lions game: record, points, playoff or crossover position, what it takes to clinch and schedule. Compare them with the rest of the West playoff picture, or see their path on the bracket.
BC Lions playoffs FAQ
Who eliminated the BC Lions?
The Edmonton Elks, 28-16 in the Division Finals.
What is the Lions record at home and on the road?
6-3 at home and 4-5 away, with a +32 point differential.
How do CFL teams make the playoffs?
The top three in each division by points (2 per win, 1 per tie), plus the crossover: a fourth-place team with more points than the other division’s third-place team takes that spot.