TORONTO — Cameron Dukes and the Toronto Argonauts won’t exactly be easing into the 2024 season.

Dukes will start Sunday when Toronto hosts B.C.

The Lions, after consecutive West Division final appearances, have been pegged by some as favourites to play in the Grey Cup on Nov. 17 at B.C. Place Stadium.

“They’re talented,” Dukes said of B.C.’s defence. “They’re going to fly around, a disciplined defence that’s coached well.