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REDBLACKS Face Roughriders in Thrilling CFL Season Opener

6/6/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The 2025 CFL season kicks off tonight as the Ottawa REDBLACKS clash with the Saskatchewan Roughriders at Mosaic Stadium in Regina at 9 p.m. ET. Both teams are eager to surpass last year's 9-8-1 records, with star players like quarterbacks Trevor Harris and Dru Brown, and running back William Stanback ready to make an impact.

History

Historical Context

As the 2025 CFL season kicks off, the Ottawa REDBLACKS and Saskatchewan Roughriders meet at Mosaic Stadium, a venue that opened in 2017, replacing Taylor Field. This historic site has hosted pivotal games, including the 109th Grey Cup in 2022, showcasing its significance in Canadian football.

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Story summary

The 2025 CFL season kicks off tonight as the Ottawa REDBLACKS clash with the Saskatchewan Roughriders at Mosaic Stadium in Regina at 9 p.m. ET. Both teams are eager to surpass last year's 9-8-1 records, with star players like quarterbacks Trevor Harris and Dru Brown, and running back William Stanback ready to make an impact.

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