Winnipeg Blue Bombers Playoffs 2026
Winnipeg Blue Bombers 2026 playoff page. The Blue Bombers are 7-7 (14 points), 4th in the West Division with a -9 point differential and a 1-game losing streak. If the season ended today they would be the No. 3 seed in the West (crossover, magic number 7).
Last time out they lost to the Toronto Argonauts 28-30 at home. Next up: away at the Montreal Alouettes (11-3) on Saturday, October 3, 2026 at 7:00 PM EDT. Their remaining opponents have a combined 0.638 record, including 3 games against teams currently in playoff position.
Blue Bombers Playoff Outlook
Last game
L 28-30 vs 
Toronto Argonauts
· Week 17
Next game
at 
Montreal Alouettes (11-3)
· Week 18
What it takes
Magic number 7 points: any mix of Blue Bombers points gained (2 per win, 1 per tie) and Calgary Stampeders points dropped adding up to 7 clinches a playoff spot.
Remaining schedule
4 games left · opponents’ record 0.638 · 3 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: at #2 BC Lions
- 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
Blue Bombers Playoff Push: 2026 Schedule and Results
| Wk | Date | Opponent | Opp. record | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | at Stampeders | 7-8 | W 30-28 | |
| 2 | vs  Tiger-Cats | 4-11 | L 27-37 | |
| 4 | vs Elks #1 | 11-4 | L 18-23 | |
| 5 | at Tiger-Cats | 4-11 | W 14-13 | |
| 6 | vs Argonauts #2 | 9-6 | W 30-21 | |
| 7 | at  Redblacks | 0-14 | W 36-34 | |
| 8 | vs Stampeders | 7-8 | L 30-52 | |
| 9 | vs Lions #2 | 8-6 | L 19-35 | |
| 11 | vs Redblacks | 0-14 | W 33-21 | |
| 12 | at Elks #1 | 11-4 | L 19-22 | |
| 13 | vs Montréal #1 | 11-3 | W 44-28 | |
| 14 | at Roughriders #3 | 8-6 | L 26-32 | |
| 15 | vs Roughriders #3 | 8-6 | W 19-6 | |
| 17 | vs Argonauts #2 | 9-6 | L 28-30 | |
| 18 | at Montréal #1 | 11-3 | ||
| 19 | vs Stampeders | 7-8 | ||
| 20 | at Elks #1 | 11-4 | ||
| 21 | at Lions #2 | 8-6 |
This Winnipeg Blue Bombers playoffs page refreshes after every Blue Bombers 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.
Winnipeg Blue Bombers playoffs FAQ
Are the Winnipeg Blue Bombers in the 2026 playoffs?
As of today, yes: they hold the No. 3 seed in the West, with a magic number of 7 to clinch.
What seed would the Blue Bombers be?
No. 3 in the West (crossover).
Who leads the West Division?
Edmonton Elks (11-4); the Blue Bombers are 4th.
When is the next Blue Bombers game?
Saturday, October 3, 2026 at 7:00 PM EDT, away at the Montreal Alouettes.
How hard is the Blue Bombers remaining schedule?
4 games left against opponents with a combined 0.638 record; 3 against teams currently in playoff position.
How can the Blue Bombers 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 Blue Bombers record at home and on the road?
4-5 at home, 3-2 away; 2-5 in the division.