BC Lions Playoffs 2026
BC Lions 2026 playoff page. The Lions are 8-6 (16 points), 2nd in the West Division with a +47 point differential and a 2-game winning streak. If the season ended today they would be the No. 2 seed in the West (2nd place, magic number 5).
Last time out they beat the Saskatchewan Roughriders 31-24 at home. Next up: away at the Toronto Argonauts (9-6) on Saturday, October 3, 2026 at 3:00 PM EDT. Their remaining opponents have a combined 0.397 record, including 2 games against teams currently in playoff position.
Lions Playoff Outlook
Last game
W 31-24 vs 
Saskatchewan Roughriders
· Week 17
Next game
at 
Toronto Argonauts (9-6)
· Week 18
What it takes
Magic number 5 points: any mix of Lions points gained (2 per win, 1 per tie) and Calgary Stampeders points dropped adding up to 5 clinches a playoff spot.
Remaining schedule
4 games left · opponents’ record 0.397 · 2 vs current playoff teams
West Division Standings
| # | Team | W-L-T | PTS | Div | Diff | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Edmonton Elks | 11-4 | 22 | 6-2 | +88 | W1 |
| 2 | BC Lions | 8-6 | 16 | 5-3 | +47 | W2 |
| 3 | Saskatchewan Roughriders | 8-6 | 16 | 4-4 | +28 | L2 |
| 4 |  Winnipeg Blue Bombers | 7-7 | 14 | 2-5 | -9 | L1 |
| 5 |  Calgary Stampeders | 7-8 | 14 | 2-5 | +25 | W2 |
Projected Path to 113th Grey Cup
- Semi-Finals: vs #3 Saskatchewan Roughriders (home)
- Division Finals: likely at #1 Edmonton Elks
- Grey Cup: West title game, higher seed hosts
- 113th Grey Cup: McMahon Stadium, Calgary, Nov 15, 2026
Season Trend
Lions Playoff Push: 2026 Schedule and Results
| Wk | Date | Opponent | Opp. record | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | at Roughriders #3 | 8-6 | L 27-31 | |
| 3 | at  Tiger-Cats | 4-11 | L 27-41 | |
| 4 | vs Stampeders | 7-8 | L 33-41 | |
| 5 | vs Elks #1 | 11-4 | W 36-24 | |
| 7 | at Elks #1 | 11-4 | L 17-19 | |
| 8 | vs Argonauts #2 | 9-6 | L 12-26 | |
| 9 | at Blue Bombers #3 | 7-7 | W 35-19 | |
| 10 | vs Tiger-Cats | 4-11 | W 27-24 | |
| 11 | at Stampeders | 7-8 | W 30-26 | |
| 12 | vs Roughriders #3 | 8-6 | W 30-16 | |
| 13 | at  Redblacks | 0-14 | W 45-24 | |
| 14 | at  Montréal #1 | 11-3 | L 30-37 | |
| 15 | vs Montréal #1 | 11-3 | W 48-29 | |
| 17 | vs Roughriders #3 | 8-6 | W 31-24 | |
| 18 | at Argonauts #2 | 9-6 | ||
| 19 | vs Redblacks | 0-14 | ||
| 20 | at Stampeders | 7-8 | ||
| 21 | vs Blue Bombers #3 | 7-7 |
This BC Lions playoffs page refreshes after every Lions game: record, seed, magic number and remaining schedule. Compare them with the rest of the West playoff picture, or see their projected route on the bracket.
BC Lions playoffs FAQ
Are the BC Lions in the 2026 playoffs?
As of today, yes: they hold the No. 2 seed in the West, with a magic number of 5 to clinch.
What seed would the Lions be?
No. 2 in the West (2nd place).
Who leads the West Division?
Edmonton Elks (11-4); the Lions are 2nd.
When is the next Lions game?
Saturday, October 3, 2026 at 3:00 PM EDT, away at the Toronto Argonauts.
How hard is the Lions remaining schedule?
4 games left against opponents with a combined 0.397 record; 2 against teams currently in playoff position.
How can the Lions clinch a playoff spot?
Finish in the top three of the West Division on points, or finish fourth with more points than the other division’s third-place team (crossover).
What is the Lions record at home and on the road?
5-2 at home, 3-4 away; 5-3 in the division.