The Winnipeg Blue Bombers can become the first CFL team to cement a playoff spot this weekend. Winnipeg Blue Bombers' Kenny Lawler (89) celebrates his touchdown with the fans during second half CFL action against the Montreal Alouettes in Winnipeg, Thursday, Aug. 24, 2023. THE CANADIAN PRESS/John Woods
TORONTO – The Winnipeg Blue Bombers can become the first CFL team to cement a playoff spot this weekend.
According to the CFL, Winnipeg (9-2) would become the first team to punch its post-season ticket with a road win Sunday over the Saskatchewan Roughriders (5-5).
Winnipeg is 5-1 away from IG Field this season and 6-1 within the West Division. Saskatchewan has won four-of-seven games against conference rivals and is 3-2 at home.
With a win, Winnipeg would clinch a playoff spot for the seventh straight year. Last season, Winnipeg cemented its post-season berth after its 12th regular-season game.
The Bombers are chasing a fourth straight Grey Cup appearance and third title in four seasons.
This report by The Canadian Press was first published Aug. 29, 2023.
