Ron Raymond’s CFL Power Ratings Week 3

The CFL Week 3 Power Ratings reflect the teams’ performances in the early stages of the season, taking into account their offensive and defensive rankings, win-loss records, and strength of schedule. Here are the updated power ratings:

1. Winnipeg Blue Bombers – Power Rating: 1
   The Winnipeg Blue Bombers maintain their top position in the power ratings. With an explosive offense averaging 43.5 points per game and a stout defense, they have shown their dominance in the early season.
2. British Columbia Lions – Power Rating: 2
   The British Columbia Lions secure the second power rating due to their exceptional defense, allowing just 7.5 points per game. Their strong start and balanced performance make them a formidable team in the two hole.
3. Toronto Argonauts – Power Rating: 3
   Following a convincing win over the Hamilton Tigercats on Sunday night, the Toronto Argonauts demonstrate their offensive prowess and earn the third power rating. They have shown consistency in their performance on both sides of the ball in Game #1.
4. Montreal Alouettes – Power Rating: 4
   Despite having a bye week in Week 2, the Montreal Alouettes showed their strength in their Week 1 victory over the Ottawa Red Blacks. Their solid performance positions them well in the power ratings and their championship pedigree.
5. Saskatchewan Roughriders – Power Rating: 5
   With a balanced offensive and defensive performance, the Saskatchewan Roughriders secure the fifth power rating. They have shown resilience and defensive play in Week 1 vs. the Redblacks.
6. Calgary Stampeders – Power Rating: 6
   The Calgary Stampeders’ solid offense and defense contribute to their sixth power rating position. Although they have faced some challenges, their potential and competitive performances keep them in the mix.
7. Hamilton Tigercats – Power Rating: 7
   Despite their winless start, the Hamilton Tigercats show promise with a solid offense and a competitive spirit. Their performance keeps them in the power ratings conversation, but let’s keep an eye out on the length of time of Bo Levi Mitchell’s injury!
8. Ottawa Red Blacks – Power Rating: 8
   The Ottawa Red Blacks’ performances have been inconsistent so far, leading to their placement in the eighth power rating. They will need to improve to climb higher in the rankings, special teams and defense is the reason they are not ranked 9th!
9. Edmonton Elks – Power Rating: 9
   The Edmonton Elks face challenges with a struggling offense and winless start to the season. Their performance places them at the bottom of the power ratings, but they have the opportunity to bounce back if they can figure out their QB situation.

Please keep in mind that power ratings, derived from the Raymond Report data and are subjective in nature. As such, they may not precisely reflect the real-world performance or official rankings of the CFL teams.