The BC Lions roared to an impressive victory over the Montreal Alouettes at home, with a final score of 35-19. Displaying dominance on both sides of the ball, the Lions proved too much for the Alouettes to handle in Week 5 of the CFL.
BC Lions Performance
The Lions’ offense, led by quarterback Vernon Adams Jr., was in stellar form. Adams Jr. put up impressive numbers, completing 20 of 25 passes for a total of 283 yards and a touchdown, with no interceptions. The Lions also found success in their ground game with running back Shaun Shivers rushing 14 times for 63 yards and a touchdown.
The receiving corps played a key role in the Lions’ victory, with Keon Hatcher leading the pack with 6 catches for 68 yards. Jevon Cottoy also contributed significantly, catching 4 passes for 55 yards and a touchdown.
The Lions’ defence proved equally daunting, with linebacker Boseko Lokombo making 7 tackles and defensive tackle Mathieu Betts recording 2 quarterback sacks. The Lions’ defensive efforts were well coordinated, with team members like Ben Hladik and Jalon Edwards-Cooper also contributing to the defensive stance.
Montreal Alouettes Performance
For the Alouettes, quarterback Cody Fajardo was under pressure throughout the game. Despite completing 24 of 39 passes for 280 yards, Fajardo was unable to throw for a touchdown. He, however, managed to make an impact on the ground, rushing for 57 yards and a touchdown.
Receiver Austin Mack put on a decent performance, receiving 8 passes for 72 yards. Kaion Julien-Grant also contributed with 5 receptions for 49 yards, but the Alouettes’ offense struggled overall against a determined BC Lions defense.
On the defensive side, the Alouettes had cornerback Wesley Sutton leading with 6 tackles. Marc-Antoine Dequoy and Tyrice Beverette also made their presence felt with 5 and 4 tackles, respectively.
In the end, the BC Lions’ offensive prowess and defensive tenacity proved too much for the Montreal Alouettes. The Alouettes will undoubtedly look to rebound in their upcoming games, while the BC Lions will aim to continue their winning ways. It was a hard-fought match, but the Lions demonstrated why they are a team to be reckoned with in the CFL.
