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Edmonton Elks without Jordan Murray for Battle of Alberta rematch
by 3Down Staff September 11, 2026
The Edmonton Elks will be without their starting right tackle for their rematch with the Calgary Stampeders on Saturday.
Jordan Murray has been placed on the six-game injured list after being unable to practice this week due to a foot issue. A key free-agent acquisition who came over from the Hamilton Tiger-Cats, he has started every game this season for the Elks.
Murray will be replaced by American rookie Joe Cooper, who has previously started one game at guard. The six-foot-seven, 320-pound blocker was a three-time All-Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference selection, a consensus Division II All-American, and was a finalist for the Gene Upshaw Award in 2025.
In addition to the change up front, the Elks will be without two key depth contributors in American linebacker Brock Mogensen (hamstring) and Canadian receiver Carter Kettyle (hamstring). Zach Mathis will dress in the receiving corps, while Global linebacker Eteva Mauga-Clements makes his return from injury in place of Mogensen.
Global defensive lineman Richard Jibunor has been returned to the practice roster, and Canadian defensive lineman Noah Curtis has been placed on the reserve roster. American defensive end Elijah Alston will be called up to the lineup, while 2026 second-round pick Benji Sangmuah will make his CFL debut after suffering a knee injury in the preseason.
The Edmonton Elks (9-3) will host the Calgary Stampeders (5-7) at Commonwealth Stadium on Saturday, September 12, with kickoff scheduled for 7:00 p.m. EDT. The two teams met in the Labour Day Classic last week, where the Elks won 38-28 at McMahon Stadium after rallying in the fourth quarter.
The weather forecast in Edmonton calls for a high of 11 degrees with a 30 percent chance of rain. The game will be broadcast on TSN in Canada and CFL+ internationally. Radio listeners can tune in to 770 CHQR in Calgary or 880 CHED in Edmonton.
https://3downnation.com/2026/09/11/edmonton-elks-without-jordan-murray-for-battle-of-alberta-rematch/
Reggie Begelton returns for Calgary Stampeders against Edmonton Elks
by 3Down Staff September 11, 2026
The Calgary Stampeders will have Reggie Begelton in the starting lineup this weekend when they take on the Edmonton Elks. The team released its official depth chart on Friday morning.
The 33-year-old hasn't played since he suffered a fractured leg during an early-season win over the Toronto Argonauts in 2025. This will be his first game in 15 months.
The Stampeder played coy with Begelton's status throughout training camp, but quietly renegotiated his contract at the end of May with the understanding that a return was not imminent. Dickenson later revealed that Begelton's injury had been more severe than the team initially thought and that he was "not that close" to being ready.
Begelton drew praise from Dickenson when he first returned to individual activities in Week 5, but he was not cleared for active duty and was designated for a second stint on the six-game injured list. He has been a full participant in practice for the past three weeks in anticipation of his return.
The three-time All-CFL selection has been a longtime standout with the Stampeders, making 427 catches for 5,660 yards and 28 touchdowns over 88 regular-season games, and winning one Grey Cup.
Begelton will be able to make his return after Canadian receiver Ajou Ajou was placed on the six-game injured list with a neck issue. Former first overall CFL Draft pick Damien Alford will give up his starting spot but remain on the roster.
On the other side of the ball, the Stampeders will be without two key defensive starters. Standout rookie halfback Zy Alexander (shoulder) has been placed on the one-game injured list, while weak-side linebacker Kyle Wilson (bicep) will go on the six-game. 2026 first-round pick Eric Rascoe (hamstring) has also been placed back on the six-game after a brief return last week.
Rookie American BoPete Keyes draws into the lineup at Alexander's boundary halfback spot, while Canadian defensive back Anton Haie will dress for insurance. Kelechi Anyalebechi moves into the starting linebacker job, with Canadian Terrence Ganyi providing additional depth.
Calgary has also swapped out Canadian defensive linemen, dressing the recently acquired Collin Kornelson and sending rookie Tristan Marois back to the practice roster.
The Calgary Stampeders (5-7) will visit the Edmonton Elks (9-3) at Commonwealth Stadium on Saturday, September 12, with kickoff scheduled for 7:00 p.m. EDT. The two teams met in the Labour Day Classic last week, where the Elks won 38-28 at McMahon Stadium after rallying in the fourth quarter.
The weather forecast in Edmonton calls for a high of 11 degrees with a 30 percent chance of rain. The game will be broadcast on TSN in Canada and CFL+ internationally. Radio listeners can tune in on 770 CHQR in Calgary or 880 CHED in Edmonton.
https://3downnation.com/2026/09/11/reggie-begelton-returns-for-calgary-stampeders-against-edmonton-elks/
Powell the Elks little running back looks like he's going to be a very good addition along with Rankin and Leake. He has a hint of Charles Roberts in him.
Another Calgary loss would be nice.
vaj may be a born loser...just doesn't have the winning gene in him
Elks could be the strongest team in the West, they have a young coaching staff and play with a lot of youthful energy. Great to see fans back in that stadium having a good time.
Calgary has folded their tent....tough to watch them self destruct....
Kinda shocked by Edmonton
Not scared of them though if it came to a WF showdown
that's what you call a good old fashioned a$$e whupping!
Quote from: Sway on Today at 01:35:02 AMKinda shocked by Edmonton
Not scared of them though if it came to a WF showdown
I think it's a long shot the Bombers are going to be in any final, they struggle to beat Calgary.
well there's always the BC/Als game to look forward to....I'm thinking it will be a barn burner!
Quote from: Throw Long Bannatyne on Today at 01:38:11 AMI think it's a long shot the Bombers are going to be in any final, they struggle to beat Calgary.
well they just beat the Riders and the Als....Stamps are unravelling now!
Robustelli is the kind of big physical receiver the Bombers should have pursued in FA.
calgary season is over.
giving up the lead last week killed them mentally
and rain poncho guy (look it up)
calgary will prob lose to ottawa
Quote from: The Zipp on Today at 01:48:46 AMcalgary season is over.
giving up the lead last week killed them mentally
and rain poncho guy (look it up)
;D
Rain poncho guy has put a curse on Stamps.
Brains are a funny thing. Near the end of the 1st Rankin takes a whack, spins in the air, then hits FM down on the turf. I think he got concussed. Which is funny, because the spin on its own won't concuss you (usually), and that faceplant usually won't (it wasn't that hard), but the 2 together seem to have done it. Rotational forces on the brain can lead to concussions, but usually with a quick stop or start. The rotation had totally stopped (relatively slowly) by the time there was any whack, but the brain was probably still wobbling. Then the turf whack to have 2 directional forces at the same time.
From his reaction it would appear he's not at all used to that feeling. Many RBs just shake it off (even if they shouldn't). Rankin finding out he's mortal.
P.S. That was that Labrosse kid that destroyed us when we faced them, eH? FS? Very promising player. Hits like Loffler, has a range & nose like Dequoy.
2Q3:31 You don't often see a fine for a HC tackle, but this one is gonna get it. That was a nasty, nasty uncalled for HC with a huge head whack to the turf at the end.
At least most HC committers try to let go when the dude is clearly falling down. This CGY guy never let go resulting in the worst head hit I've seen from these in a while.
Dude looked minorly concussed.
Quote from: Lincoln Locomotive on Today at 01:32:14 AMCalgary has folded their tent....tough to watch them self destruct....
Nah. ABC! Love watching Dickenson The Greater imploding.
The funny thing is, I think OTT gets CGY next, home & home... there's the chance OTT needs to bust one.
The problem now is EDM will be uncatchable and any cup run will have to go through them at home. Luckily even the recently enhanced EDM crowd can't produce even half the noise a good prairie team/stadium can.
They've been really lucky with injury so far. I expect either Rankin or Cody to get blown up one of these games. Cody runs way too much and too recklessly for a franchise QB, and gets whacks in SY (which is just stupid).
I realize now the problem with EDM isn't that you have to commit many D to Rankin: it's that you have to deal with Rankin AND Cody running. Some of these games he's running more than Rankin. It gives them a free 2nd down conversion waaaay too often. And it makes all those short/mid passes way too open. It's a tough new problem for any team trying beat them. But it'll catch up with Cody one of these days.
Quote from: Sway on Today at 01:35:02 AMKinda shocked by Edmonton
Not scared of them though if it came to a WF showdown
I am, if they are healthy. Need one of either Cody or Rankin to get hurt. I'm not as scared of Powell(RB) or Leake. Heck, even Rankin may be losing his mojo. He's been very quiet the last few games as teams key on him (including us).
Why? Because EDM believes. They have the best morale in the league, and the most hunger, due to their recent crap past. You can tell that they think they deserve to win everything, and are playing loose and with violence. You can spot flashes of WPG 2021.
That's very dangerous.
Quote from: Throw Long Bannatyne on Today at 01:38:11 AMI think it's a long shot the Bombers are going to be in any final, they struggle to beat Calgary.
We've shown we can beat 2 of the top 3 teams. And one, MTL, is basically guaranteed a cup appearance.
We get one more shot to show we can beat the best W team (EDM). If we can do that, and it's not garbage season, then no playoff team will be safe against us. That would mean we've shown we can legit beat the teams we'll have to beat in the WDF and GC. Not only beat them, but completely stymie them.
Quote from: Throw Long Bannatyne on Today at 01:47:21 AMRobustelli is the kind of big physical receiver the Bombers should have pursued in FA.
Meh. He looks like a NAT, but has the wrong passport. In fact, dude looks like he 100% lives in and belongs in SSK. Reminds me of Getzlaf in appearance.
He's overrated, IMHO. He's like Nield, but wastes an IMP spot. If EDM was fully healthy he wouldn't even be dressed. And he's reached his ceiling, whereas a guy like Singer, who knows what the ceiling is.
Calgary will win the next two and think they've climbed back into contention, then they'll have to play a real team.
Quote from: Tecno on Today at 08:52:52 AMWe've shown we can beat 2 of the top 3 teams. And one, MTL, is basically guaranteed a cup appearance.
We get one more shot to show we can beat the best W team (EDM). If we can do that, and it's not garbage season, then no playoff team will be safe against us. That would mean we've shown we can legit beat the teams we'll have to beat in the WDF and GC. Not only beat them, but completely stymie them.
You may be right, Younger's defence is finally emerging as a unit that can shut down top teams and limit points scored against. Unfortunately the offence can't be counted on to be productive beyond Sergio. With diminished ability Zach won't commit to a dink and dunk offence and probably hates it passionately, Brown and Condell are likely on the same page as they take their leads from Zach.
They need a smart Matt Nichols clone to move the ball quickly and efficiently taking what is given and only gambling on longer shots when the right conditions are present. The pass to Demski up the seam yesterday was an excellent example.
Quote from: TBURGESS on Today at 03:16:21 PMCalgary will win the next two and think they've climbed back into contention, then they'll have to play a real team.
It'll be an interesting final third for the west. 2nd through 5th could be a dead heat. Have to hope Ottawa decides they need to beat Calgary back to back (they won't unless VA is on a hard bad run), and that Bad Chad shows up for us in 2 weeks so we're not in 5th by the time we meet the Stamps again. Montreal and Edmonton could have nothing to play for by the time we meet them so that could favour us (Montreal should have 1st locked up when they beat Hamilton).