BC Lions 17, Edmonton Elks 19: Final Score & Recap
The Edmonton Elks edged the BC Lions 19-17 at Commonwealth Stadium on Friday, July 17, 2026, protecting home field in Week 7 of the 2026 season.
The first quarter ended Lions up 7-3, and it was Elks up 16-7 at halftime. The biggest swing was Elks' 13-point burst in the 2nd quarter. The lead changed hands once between quarters before Elks closed it out.
The win moves the Elks to 13-5, 1st in the West; the Lions drop to 10-8, 2nd in the West. Series tied 1-1 in 2026.
Line score
Game flow
What is at stake
BC LionsClinched a playoff spot.
Edmonton ElksClinched first place and the Division Final bye.
Standings
| # | Team | GP | W | L | T | PTS | Diff | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Edmonton Elksy | 18 | 13 | 5 | 0 | 26 | +104 | L1 |
| 2 | BC Lionsx | 18 | 10 | 8 | 0 | 20 | +32 | L2 |
| 3 |  Saskatchewan Roughridersx | 18 | 10 | 8 | 0 | 20 | +13 | W2 |
| 4 |  Winnipeg Blue Bombersxcrossover | 18 | 9 | 9 | 0 | 18 | -15 | W1 |
| 5 |  Calgary Stampederse | 18 | 9 | 9 | 0 | 18 | +45 | W1 |
What is next
Lions next
Elks next
Season series
Series tied 1-1 in 2026
Saturday, July 4Week 5
More Week 7 games
Saturday, July 18
Sunday, July 19
FAQ
Who won Lions vs Elks?
The Edmonton Elks won 19-17 on Friday, July 17, 2026 at Commonwealth Stadium.
What was the final score of the Lions-Elks game?
BC Lions 17, Edmonton Elks 19.
Where was the game played?
At Commonwealth Stadium in Edmonton, the Elks' home field.
What does the result mean for the standings?
Lions are 10-8 (20 points), 2nd in the West with a playoff spot clinched; Elks are 13-5 (26 points), 1st in the West with first place and the bye clinched.
What was the halftime score of Lions vs Elks?
BC Lions 7, Edmonton Elks 16 at halftime.
When do the Lions and Elks play next?
Lions host the Toronto Argonauts on Saturday, July 25 at 7:00 PM ET. Elks visit the Saskatchewan Roughriders on Thursday, July 23 at 9:00 PM ET.