B.C. Lions Adjust Lineup For West Final Clash

The B.C. Lions are finalizing their roster preparations for the upcoming West Final. Two specific changes have been made to the lineup before facing the Edmonton Elks.

Defensive Roster Shifts

The defensive secondary will see a significant change with the return of Stantley Thomas-Oliver. The 28-year-old rookie cornerback is back in the active lineup after recovering from a hip injury. Throughout the current season, Thomas-Oliver has played in 15 contests, recording 32 defensive tackles, two interceptions, and eight pass breakups. Taking his place on the injured list is veteran Garry Peters, who is sidelined with a knee issue. Peters had previously started in the last game but has now been moved to the one-game injured list.

Offensive Lineup Updates

On the offensive side, the team faces an unexpected loss. Rookie Canadian receiver Nate Demontagnac will not be available for the game due to a hip injury that limited his practice participation. The 2026 first-round pick, known for his contributions on special teams, will be replaced by veteran Hergy Mayala. Mayala provides experienced depth to the receiving corps after returning to the squad earlier this year following his initial release during training camp.

West Final Matchup Details

The B.C. Lions, holding a 10-8 record, are set to travel to Commonwealth Stadium to face the Edmonton Elks, who boast a 13-5 record. The West Final is scheduled for Saturday, November 7, with the kickoff taking place at 6:30 p.m. ET. These two teams have a competitive history this season, having split their regular-season meetings with each side securing a victory on their own home turf. To prepare for any last-minute emergencies, the team has designated offensive lineman Lorenzo Thompson and running back Emani Bailey as reserve roster players.