Toronto Argonauts 39, Ottawa Redblacks 40: Final Score & Recap
The Ottawa Redblacks edged the Toronto Argonauts 40-39 at TD Place Stadium on Friday, October 16, 2026, protecting home field in Week 20 of the 2026 season.
The first quarter ended Redblacks up 10-6, and it was Redblacks up 23-16 at halftime. The biggest swing was Argonauts' 15-point burst in the 4th quarter. Redblacks led from the first quarter to the final whistle.
The win moves the Redblacks to 1-17, 4th in the East; the Argonauts drop to 9-9, 2nd in the East. Argonauts lead 2-1 in 2026.
Line score
Game flow
What is at stake
Toronto ArgonautsClinched a playoff spot.
Ottawa RedblacksEliminated from playoff contention.
Standings
| # | Team | GP | W | L | T | PTS | Diff | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Montreal Alouettesy | 18 | 14 | 4 | 0 | 28 | +148 | W1 |
| 2 | Toronto Argonautsx | 18 | 9 | 9 | 0 | 18 | -11 | L3 |
| 3 |  Hamilton Tiger-Catse | 18 | 6 | 12 | 0 | 12 | -80 | W1 |
| 4 | Ottawa Redblackse | 18 | 1 | 17 | 0 | 2 | -236 | L1 |
What is next
Argonauts next
Redblacks next
Season series
Argonauts lead 2-1 in 2026
Saturday, June 20Week 3
Saturday, September 12Week 15
More Week 20 games
Friday, October 16
Saturday, October 17
FAQ
Who won Argonauts vs Redblacks?
The Ottawa Redblacks won 40-39 on Friday, October 16, 2026 at TD Place Stadium.
What was the final score of the Argonauts-Redblacks game?
Toronto Argonauts 39, Ottawa Redblacks 40.
Where was the game played?
At TD Place Stadium in Ottawa, the Redblacks' home field.
What does the result mean for the standings?
Argonauts are 9-9 (18 points), 2nd in the East with a playoff spot clinched; Redblacks are 1-17 (2 points), 4th in the East and eliminated.
What was the halftime score of Argonauts vs Redblacks?
Toronto Argonauts 16, Ottawa Redblacks 23 at halftime.
When do the Argonauts and Redblacks play next?
Argonauts host the Montreal Alouettes on Friday, October 23 at 7:00 PM ET. Redblacks visit the Hamilton Tiger-Cats on Saturday, October 24 at 3:00 PM ET.