Rider Rumblings Ep 170: Roughriders ready for Edmonton Elks
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In Episode 170 of the Rider Rumblings podcast, Leader-Post sports editor Taylor Shire and columnist Darrell Davis preview the upcoming matchup which features the 5-1 Roughriders against the 1-4 Elks. Is it a 'trap game' for the Green and White? How will they defend Edmonton's quarterbacks?
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The duo also gives their thoughts on Saskatchewan's performance in B.C. while giving their report card on the team as we're now a third of the way through the season.
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