B.C. Lions make two lineup changes for West Final

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The B.C. Lions will remain mostly intact for the West Final, making just two changes to their lineup.

The most substantial adjustment comes at field cornerback, where Stantley Thomas-Oliver makes his return to the lineup after battling a hip injury. The 28-year-old rookie has appeared in 15 games this season, collecting 32 defensive tackles, eight pass breakups, and two interceptions.

Veteran Garry Peters, who started in his place last week, has been returned to the one-game injured list with a knee injury. The 34-year-old appeared in just two regular-season games this year due to that injury.

Rookie Canadian receiver Nate Demontagnac is the only unexpected absence from the lineup after he was limited in practice with a hip injury. The 2026 first-round pick has contributed primarily on special teams and will be replaced by veteran Hergy Mayala, who was originally cut in training camp but returned amidst injuries at the start of the year.

Running back Emani Bailey and offensive lineman Lorenzo Thompson are the two reserve roster players in the event of a last-minute change or injury.

The B.C. Lions (10-8) will visit the Edmonton Elks (13-5) for the West Final at Commonwealth Stadium on Saturday, November 7, with kickoff scheduled for 6:30 p.m. ET. The teams met twice during the regular season, with both teams winning at home.

The game will be broadcast on TSN and RDS in Canada and CFL+ internationally. Radio listeners can tune in on 730 CKNW (English) or Sher-E-Punjab Radio AM 600 (Punjabi) in Vancouver or 880 CHED in Edmonton.