In a nail-biting encounter, the Hamilton Tiger-Cats managed to continue their winning streak against the Ottawa REDBLACKS, clinching a 27-24 victory at the TD Place Stadium. While both teams exhibited defensive might in the first half, it was the second half that bore witness to an electrifying offensive duel, with Hamilton’s Taylor Powell and Tim White emerging as star performers.
Hamilton Tiger-Cats Performance
Offense
- Passing
- Taylor Powell (QB): Completed 21 out of 32 attempts, threw for 326 yards, achieved 3 TDs, and 0 interceptions.
- Tim White (WR): Became the prime target with a monumental 180 yards from 7 receptions, including two touchdowns, his longest reception being for 64 yards.
- Rushing
- James Butler (RB): Rushed 14 times covering 35 yards, with the longest rush being 10 yards.
- Taylor Powell (QB): Recorded 2 rushes, accumulating 27 yards with a notable 20-yard run.
Defense
- Simoni Lawrence (LB): Showed dominance with 8 defensive tackles and a quarterback sack.
- Stavros Katsantonis (CB): Had 6 defensive tackles and made a crucial interception, his third of the season.
Ottawa REDBLACKS Performance
Offense
- Passing
- Dustin Crum (QB): Completed 17 out of 26 attempts, amassing 265 yards but threw an interception.
- Rushing
- Devonte Williams (RB): Dominated the ground with 146 yards from 17 carries, the longest being a 23-yard run.
- Receiving
- Devonte Williams (RB): Caught 4 passes totaling 69 yards, with the longest reception being for 27 yards.
Defense
- Justin Howell (CB): Contributed with 8 defensive tackles and a knockdown.
- Frankie Griffin (LB): Stepped up with 7 defensive tackles and played an essential part in stopping the Ticats’ offensive charge.
Looking Ahead
The latest CFL scores indicate a vibrant Tiger-Cats team looking to carry this momentum into their next game against the Winnipeg Blue Bombers. In the dynamic CFL standings, this victory holds significant value as Hamilton aims to climb the ladder further.
The Tiger-Cats will be hosting the Winnipeg Blue Bombers in a much-anticipated week 15 fixture on Saturday, Sept. 16 at 4:00 p.m. ET at Tim Hortons Field. Meanwhile, the REDBLACKS, eager to bounce back, will be challenging the BC Lions at 7:00 p.m. ET on the same day at BC Place.