Elks beat Stampeders

The Edmonton Elks have achieved a remarkable turnaround in the CFL, winning five of their last six games, including a decisive 37-16 victory over the Calgary Stampeders, which marks their first sweep of the Labour Day series in 20 years. Quarterback McLeod Bethel-Thompson threw three touchdown passes, leading the team to leapfrog Calgary into fourth place in the West Division. The Stampeders, who have now lost four straight games, struggled significantly, with quarterback Logan Bonner throwing five interceptions. Elks interim head coach Jarious Jackson expressed pride in the team's resilience after a challenging 0-7 start to the season. The Elks' strong defense contributed to the victory by forcing numerous turnovers, further emphasizing their improved performance. With this win, the Elks solidify their position as a competitive force in the league after a tumultuous start to the season.