Rankin leads the way with three touchdowns as Elks run over winless Redblacks
The Edmonton Elks defeated the Ottawa Redblacks 40-17, led by Justin Rankin's three-touchdown performance. The win moves the Elks to the top of the West Division standings while the Redblacks remain winless.
Why it matters
This result significantly impacts the Canadian Football League (CFL) standings, highlighting a turnaround for the Elks and ongoing struggles for Ottawa.
EDMONTON — Justin Rankin and the Edmonton Elks were back to their newfound winning ways on Thursday.
The Edmonton running back scored three big-play touchdowns as the Elks came away with a 40-17 victory over the struggling Ottawa Redblacks.
Rankin had 107 yards on just 14 carries with two touchdowns on the ground, adding three receptions for 43 yards and a touchdown. Quarterback Cody Fajardo went 19-of-24 passing with 340 yards and two touchdowns.
“We needed that,” Fajardo said. “My message to the guys this week was to get back to playing our brand of football, and that’s our brand of football -- running the ball, quick passes, take your shots here and there.
“Their defence kind of threw us a wrinkle, but we adapted and overcame it and were able to hang 40 on them.
“I’m really proud of the offence, the way that we finished.”
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