Edmonton Elks Playoffs 2026
The Edmonton Elks are 12-4 (24 points), 1st in the West Division. If the season ended today they would be the West's No. 1 seed, with a bye to the Division Final. Next: home to the Winnipeg Blue Bombers, Fri, Oct 16 · 9:30 PM EDT.
Blue BombersFri, Oct 16 · 9:30 PM EDTSeason Trend
West Division Standings
| # | Team | W-L-T | PTS | Max |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Elks | 12-4-0 | 24 | 28 |
| 2 |  Lions | 10-6-0 | 20 | 24 |
| 3 |  Roughriders | 8-7-0 | 16 | 22 |
| 4 | Blue Bombers crossover | 8-8-0 | 16 | 20 |
| 5 |  Stampeders | 8-9-0 | 16 | 18 |
Top three qualify; a fourth-place team with more points than the other division’s third-place team crosses over. Max = most points still possible. Full playoff picture →
Elks Schedule and Results
| Date | Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Mon, Sep 7 | at Stampeders | W 38-28 |
| Sat, Sep 12 | vs Stampeders | W 53-16 |
| Sat, Sep 19 | at  Argonauts | L 19-24 |
| Sat, Sep 26 | vs  Tiger-Cats | W 37-35 |
| Fri, Oct 9 | at Tiger-Cats | W 27-12 |
| Fri, Oct 16 | vs Blue Bombers | 9:30 PM |
| Sat, Oct 24 | at Roughriders | 3:00 PM |
Times Eastern.
This Edmonton Elks playoffs page refreshes after every Elks 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 projected route on the bracket.
Edmonton Elks playoffs FAQ
Are the Edmonton Elks in a playoff spot?
Yes, as of today: No. 1 in the West.
Who would the Edmonton Elks play in the playoffs?
Nobody until the West Final on November 7: first place gets a bye and hosts the winner of the Semi-Final; against the Lions/Roughriders winner.
When is the next Elks game?
Fri, Oct 16 · 9:30 PM EDT, home to the Winnipeg Blue Bombers.
What is the Elks record at home and on the road?
7-1 at home and 5-3 away, with a +103 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.