EPISODE · Jun 23, 2026 · 23 MIN
Elks Analyst Blake Dermott
from Inside Sports · host CHED / Curiouscast
The Edmonton Elks are 2-0 for the first time since 2019 after knocking off Montreal in another rain-soaked battle. Brenden Escott and Blake Dermott break down what's fueling the Green and Gold's strong start, whether the early success looks sustainable and the growing impact of explosive playmaker Justin Rankin after another 200-plus all-purpose yard performance. We also discuss whether Edmonton can continue to thrive without a clear-cut No. 1 receiver, the defensive effort that saw seven players record five or more tackles against the Alouettes and how the offensive line has held up despite injuries. Plus, how much should fans read into the time-of-possession battle through two weeks, and what kind of challenge awaits with a short-week trip to Winnipeg against a rested Blue Bombers squad? Finally, we examine what a win in Winnipeg would mean for the Elks and their standing across the CFL. Don’t forget to subscribe to the show anywhere you get your streaming audio and follow Inside Sports on X (@InsideSports880). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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The Edmonton Elks are 2-0 for the first time since 2019 after knocking off Montreal in another rain-soaked battle. Brenden Escott and Blake Dermott break down what's fueling the Green and Gold's strong start, whether the early success looks sustainable and the growing impact of explosive playmaker Justin Rankin after another 200-plus all-purpose yard performance. We also discuss whether Edmonton can continue to thrive without a clear-cut No. 1 receiver, the defensive effort that saw seven players record five or more tackles against the Alouettes and how the offensive line has held up despite injuries. Plus, how much should fans read into the time-of-possession battle through two weeks, and what kind of challenge awaits with a short-week trip to Winnipeg against a rested Blue Bombers squad? Finally, we examine what a win in Winnipeg would mean for the Elks and their standing across the CFL. Don’t forget to subscribe to the show anywhere you get your streaming audio and follow Inside Sports on X (@InsideSports880). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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