Justin Rankin and the Edmonton Elks delivered a commanding performance in their 40-17 victory over the struggling Ottawa Redblacks, moving them to first place in the West Division.

Rankin showcased his prowess with three touchdowns (19-yard run, 33-yard catch, 31-yard run) while accumulating 107 rushing yards on 14 carries and adding 43 receiving yards.Quarterback Cody Fajardo contributed 340 passing yards and two touchdowns, leading the Elks to a decisive win.The Redblacks, now 0-5, struggled with turnovers and defensive lapses, including four interceptions from quarterback Jake Maier.Coach Mark Kilam praised the team's resilience after last week's loss to the B.C.Lions, emphasizing their focus on fundamentals.

The Elks' dominant first-half performance, highlighted by Rankin's opening drive touchdown and Vincent Blanchard's field goals, set the tone for a rout.Ottawa's late rally fell short as Edmonton's defense held strong, sealing a crucial win for the West-leading Elks.