Hamilton Tiger-Cats Playoffs 2026
The Hamilton Tiger-Cats are 5-12 (10 points), 3rd in the East Division. They have been eliminated from playoff contention. Next: home to the Ottawa Redblacks, Sat, Oct 24 · 3:00 PM EDT.
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East Division Standings
| # | Team | W-L-T | PTS | Max |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Montréal | 13-4-0 | 26 | 28 |
| 2 |  Argonauts | 9-8-0 | 18 | 20 |
| 3 | Tiger-Cats | 5-12-0 | 10 | 12 |
| 4 | Redblacks | 1-16-0 | 2 | 4 |
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 →
Tiger-Cats Schedule and Results
| Date | Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Mon, Sep 7 | vs Argonauts | L 22-37 |
| Fri, Sep 18 | vs Montréal | L 25-37 |
| Sat, Sep 26 | at  Elks | L 35-37 |
| Fri, Oct 2 | at Redblacks | W 34-16 |
| Fri, Oct 9 | vs Elks | L 12-27 |
| Sat, Oct 24 | vs Redblacks | 3:00 PM |
Times Eastern.
This Hamilton Tiger-Cats playoffs page refreshes after every Tiger-Cats game: record, points, playoff or crossover position, what it takes to clinch and schedule. Compare them with the rest of the East playoff picture, or see their projected route on the bracket.
Hamilton Tiger-Cats playoffs FAQ
Can the Hamilton Tiger-Cats still make the playoffs?
No. Even by winning every remaining game they cannot catch the third-place team or earn the crossover.
When is the next Tiger-Cats game?
Sat, Oct 24 · 3:00 PM EDT, home to the Ottawa Redblacks.
What is the Tiger-Cats record at home and on the road?
3-6 at home and 2-6 away, with a -93 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.